The Queen's Fool by Philippa Gregory (2004, Paperback)

I read "The Other Boleyn Girl" and looked forward to Ms. Gregory's book "The Queen's Fool." If you love history, but also want a little fiction thrown in for suspense you won't be disappointed. The year is 1553 and Hannah Green who is a fourteen year old Jewish girl, forced to leave Spain, finds herself at the Tudor Court. Hannah has the ability to foresee the future. She finds herself adopted by Robert Dudley, the son of King Edward's protector, who brings her to court as a "holy fool" for Queen Mary and then eventually, Queen Elizabeth. Hannah is working as a spy but is to be known publicly as a "fool" because there are laws against witchcraft and heresy. The hardest part for Hannah is choosing what life she will lead. She is in love with Dudley but is promised to a commoner. Ms. Gregory is a vivid storyteller and brings the past alive with all the picturesque scenes from court life and plenty of period detail. Always an excellent read!

I love all of these books by Philippa Gregory. This book is one to catch you and pull you into the old world. She does a wonderful job in writing these books you will get hooked from the first few pages. It leaves you wanting to read the other books she has along these lines as well.... and Yes I have read them all.

I love Phillipa's books about the intrigues of court life. This book puts a different spin on things. The main character dresses like a boy because women aren't allowed to do certain things in that era. Wow..great idea and another neat spin is that she can see into the future which is very nice to have when you are with royalty. Great book!!! Hard to put down.

I am enjoying all of her books. They are wonderful stories full of history, along with a good stories. I read "The Other Boleyn Girl" for a book club read and was hooked on all the others. If you enjoy history, along with a great story of lust, murder, corruption, mayhem and love, you will really enjoy her books.

This book was fabulous! It was a page turner and I couldn't put it down. Phillipa Gregory has done her research and created a historical fiction novel that is fun and suspenseful to read while accurately giving the history and tone for the era it's set in. You will enjoy this one!

Firstly, I loved this book. I like reading how Philippa Gregory makes history a great read. The only part I realy didn't like was how the death of Hannah's mother is brought up time and time again, in the same text. This part was annoying. Other than that, the rest of the book was well worth the read. I liked this book so much that I bought the Virgins Lover (and finished it this afternoon)...and now am searching ebay for the next book =)
If you love history, and romance, and adventure, you'll love these books.

After reading The Other Boleyn Girl, I was anxious to read the next book in the series. I was not disappointed with The Queen's Fool. From start to finish, the author draws the reader in with Hannah Green's story of leaving Spain during the Inquisition, working with her father, being begged for a Holy Fool by Sir Robert Dudley, and her access to the Queen Mary and Princess Elizabeth. Admittedly, you may wish to knock some sense into Hannah once or twice.

It's an exciting read. Philippa Gregory really made Queen Mary and Princess Elizabeth come alive in this book. For those who know a bit about the Tudors, the author's story weaves fact and fiction together seamlessly. Queen Mary's descent into fear, hopelessness, heartbreak, and revenge--her change from hopeful Queen into Bloody Mary is described. Elizabeth's character isn't neglected, either.

I am eagerly awaiting The Virgin's Lover and look forward to reading this book, too.

This book offers a different perspective on two of England's best known queens. Through the eyes of Hannah, we come to see 2 very complex women, very real in their ambitions, passions, and jealousy. Hannah herself is also an interesting character, changing and growing throughout the story's events. A thouroughly enjoyable book.

I very much enjoyed this book. It is the second I have read by the author. I only read historical fiction so that might be part of it, but if you like this genre these are great books. The characters are very real whether they are historical or part of the fiction. The wit written for the dialogue is entertaining and surprising.

Philippa Gregory captures the time period and you feel as though you are right there watching!! She is a great author!!

this author keeps you not wanting to put the book down. for anyone that loves renaissance era and the history of the times meshed into a page turning novel then i suggest this read.

So far all of Philippa Gregory books I've read have been a pleasure! This title deals with yet another point of view from Tudor times. I don't want to give anything away. I believe you'll appreciate it!!

I HAVE BEEN READING ALL OF P. GREGORY'S BOOKS AND HAVE BEEN ENJOYING THEM ALL. THANKS TO HALF.COM THEY HAVE BEEN EASY TO GET.

I saw this book at Barnes/Noble and decided I'd try to find in on E-Bay and see if I could save some money! I did ! Both find it and save money! I am reading the book now and throughly enjoying the book and will also try and buy other books by this same author.

I wanted the book but unfortunately this is my first negative experience on e-bay. I paid for the book and four weeks later (and after 5 e-mails to the seller) PayPal had to get involved and issue me a refund. BUT...every other experience has been extremely glowing.

Came very quickly. So the shipping method was nice. Good overall condition of the book. (However, it was missing a pre-title page).

Excellent book. High drama, fast pace. Good Read overall. Especially if you enjoy the time period. Thanks!!

i really enjoy this writer. i have read 5 of her books and like them all. she takes true history and blends in a bit of a love story along with a mystery.