The White Hound

By Frances Forbes-Robertson Harrod

Book Overview

The White Hound is a novel written by Frances Forbes-Robertson. The story is set in the 16th century and revolves around the life of a young girl named Mary Grey, who is the younger sister of Lady Jane Grey, the Queen of England for only nine days. Mary is a quiet and reserved girl who has always lived in the shadow of her sister. However, when Lady Jane is executed for treason, Mary is forced to take on a new role as the last remaining Grey heir.As Mary struggles to come to terms with her new position, she finds solace in a mysterious white hound that appears to be watching over her. The hound becomes her faithful companion and helps her navigate the dangerous political landscape of Tudor England. Along the way, Mary must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics, deal with jealous rivals, and confront her own fears and doubts.The White Hound is a gripping historical novel that transports readers back to a time of political intrigue, betrayal, and danger. Forbes-Robertson's vivid descriptions of Tudor England bring the story to life, while her richly drawn characters and complex plot keep readers on the edge of their seats. This is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction or is interested in the Tudor period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163622397
• ISBN13: 9781163622391
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"