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    Lady of the English
    Lady of the English
    Lady of the English
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    Lady of the English

    By Elizabeth Chadwick

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    "Everyone who has raved about Elizabeth Chadwick as an author of historical novels is right."—Devourer of Books

    From New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Chadwick comes a gripping, never-before-told, medieval battle of the sexes that sheds light on one of medieval royalty's most fascinating women—Queen Matilda.

    1135, England: Matilda, daughter of Henry I, knows that there are those who will not accept her as England's queen when her father dies. But the men who support her rival, and cousin, Stephen do not know the iron will that drives her. She will win her inheritance against all odds, and despite all men.

    Adeliza, Henry's widowed queen and Matilda's stepmother, is now married to a warrior who is fighting to keep Matilda off the throne. But Adeliza knows that Britain's crown belongs to a woman this time.

    Both women will stand and fight for what they know is right for England's royalty. But for Matilda, pride comes before a fall. And for Adeliza, even the deepest love is no proof against fate.

    Written with great historical accuracy, Lady of the English is a captivating novel of Medieval England. Fans of Philippa Gregory, Susanna Kearsley, Hilary Mantel, and Diana Gabaldon will be spellbound by this vividly detailed look into medieval history.

    Praise for Lady of the English:

    "Lady of the English is a riveting historical fiction novel with thrilling drama and characters that fairly leap off of the page."—Laura's Reviews

    "A detailed and very readable medieval era novel full of political intrigue and fascinating depictions of the people surrounding the throne of England."—Historical-Fiction.com

    "The story is vividly described with a depth of historical detail that is rarely matched by other novelists in the genre."—Historical Novel Review Blog

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSourcebooks
    Release dateSep 1, 2011
    ISBN9781402250934
    Lady of the English
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    Elizabeth Chadwick

    Elizabeth Chadwick lives in Nottingham with her husband and two sons. She is a member of Regia Anglorum, an early medieval reenactment society, and tutors in writing historical and romantic fiction. She won a Betty Trask Award for The Wild Hunt, her first novel, and was shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists' Award in 1998 for The Champion. Her novel Lords of the White Castle won the WordWeaving Award of Excellence, and The Falcons of Montabard, her thirteenth novel, was shortlisted for the U.K.'s Parker Romantic Novel of the Year Award for 2004.

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    • 4/5
      A well-written book for the most part that, for the most part, didn't appear to play loose with the actual events. I did feel that it became a bit too episodic towards the end and didn't tie the scenes together as well as the beginning did.
    • 5/5
      i have trace my ancestry back to William the Conqueror, how's that? and i was looking for a story of Saint Margaret and her times and environment, when i entered this bookshop and found "Lady of the English" about Empress Matilda (also a direct ancestor), so having bought it (i am halfway through reading it), i am enthralled at the story laced with historical fact and genealogy. I love it! i hope to find a novel on Saint Margaret next time and the Scottish setup :)
    • 4/5
      Chadwick does it again. She brings an era to life and the women that lived then. For a big book this took no time at all to read. The pages just flew by.

      Matilda was married to Henry V, the holy Roman emperor, but he died when she was still young and they did not have any children. So she came back to England and her father Henry I, and that is where this book starts. He had no male heirs, legitimate ones, and he wants his daughter to rule. The times were sure different, she was 26 when she was married to 14 year old Geoffrey of Anjou. Not a marriage she wanted. This book then follows the struggle to get England since her cousin Stephen takes the throne, and she is not a woman that gives up.


      The book is also about Adeliza, the widow of Henry I. She did not seem to be as strong as Matilda but she was strong in another way. Where Matilda was harsh and said what she meant Adeliza took her time. And I liked her story as she was married for a long time but did not get any children even though Henry fathered bastard after bastard. But then when she re-married she got a bunch of kids.


      This is then the book about two women who are both fascinating in their own rights. It was a different time and I did like when Matilda did her best since this was not a woman's world. While with Adeliza we got more about what happened on the home front.


      Conclusion:
      Truly another interesting story from Chadwick. She has the magic and can bring history to life. After finishing this one I sit down and wait for her next book. I can't wait to read whatever she writes about next. So this make this book a historical fiction book that I recommend to everyone.
    • 4/5
      This is another 12th century novel by this author, about the Empress Matilda and her battle with Stephen for the throne of England after the death of her father King Henry I. It is partly set in Arundel in Sussex, a lovely town that I have just visited, and at that time the estate of William d'Albini, who married Henry I's second and much younger wife, Adeliza of Louvain. It's the usual colourful novel of Norman and Angevin doings, though not one of her very best. What distinguishes this novel from many others covering this civil war is that it is told very much from Matilda's point of view. Stephen here is portrayed without nuances as simply a weak and ineffectual king with few or no redeeming features, neither as a king nor as a man, and his wife Matilda (here Maheut to avoid confusion) of Boulogne as a domineering shrew (a contrast with, for example, their portrayal in Sharon Penman's When Christ and His Saints Slept). Interesting, though the most sympathetic characters were William and Adeliza.
    • 3/5
      Not my favorite of Chadwick's historicals, although I did like the relationship & great friendship between the two women. I just kept waiting for more to happen. I was left feeling as frustrated as the MC waiting to become Queen & rule England, but maybe that was the point?
    • 5/5
      This book was amazing. I loved the characterizations of Empress Mathilda and Queen Adeliza, two very strong women with polar opposite personalities but both caught up in a struggle for acceptance, a voice, and power in the late middle ages. The portrayal of the empress was so real and engrossing that at times I wanted to bitch-slap the woman and say, "Lighten up, woman! Change your tactics and maybe people will listen to you, heck, even LIKE you!" Mathilda is portrayed as a driven, proper noblewoman unable to show the world her feminine traits in order to be taken seriously, she must be a man in a man's world. She is shrewish, bitter, and her own worst enemy, making some fatal mistakes that eventually cost her the crown. The story of Adeliza and Will was touching and held my interest equally to the compelling story of Mathilda. Stephen of Blois is a minor character here, shown as a man used by lesser nobility for their own means and unfit to rule, but a dangerous man all the same.

      My only complaint about the story?

      It ended.

      I have a new favorite historical fiction author and it is Elizabeth Chadwick.
    • 4/5
      Matilda, the former German Empress and daughter of King Henry of England, returns to England following the death of her husband. She is a complete stranger to England, having left many years ago. But her father and his new wife, Adzelia, have no heir. Henry names Matilda his heir, but marries her off to the young Count of Anjou to beget heirs. Hotheaded Matilda finds her young husband childish and mean spirited and leaves. Forced to return to him, she bears him three sons. Upon her father's death, the barons who swore fealty to her years ago support her cousin, Stephen. War ignites as Matilda fights for her crown. Adzelia, now a widow, finds love with a supporter of Stephen and at long last has children. Adzelia struggles with her conscience and heart, knowing that Matilda is the rightful Queen, even though she is losing the war. This is a story of two women, bound by love, respect and friendship.Chadwick weaves masterfully written stories and Lady of the English is no different. Adzelia and Matilda are so contrasting. Motherly Adzelia loves the rash and stubborn Matilda, though she is bound to her husband who supports Stephen. Their friendship defies even the greatest odds. This time in history is a new time period for me. I enjoyed how Chadwick brought the time period to life. I do wish that Matilda would have been a warmer woman, but Chadwick portrayed her true to life. This is another great book by Chadwick!!
    • 5/5
      Whenever I pick up a Chadwick novel, I know I'm in for something incredible. Virtually without peer, Chadwick has one of the most exquisite voices in modern medieval fiction. Every novel of hers I've read has always delivered for me, and been consistent in style, research and characters. And with every novel, Chadwick continues to amaze, entertain and educate. Her latest volume, Lady of the English, is no exception.Lady of the English takes readers far back into England's history, when the country went through some of the most serious upheaval throughout its history. The story follows the lives of two women: Matilda, the daughter of Henry I and Adeliza, Henry I's young second wife and stepmother to Matilda, though the two are of an age. With the political tides always turning, the succession is thrown into question when Henry I dies without a clear male heir. Politics and ambition run wild, and the country is thrown into turmoil. Matilda, though a woman, is put forth as a likely heir, but must flee the country due to the many others who would take the throne -including Adeliza's new husband. Thrown into a world of uncertainty, Matilda, who never expected to be queen, must rally to take the throne that is hers by right.As with every Chadwick novel, Lady of the English offers a unique and compelling portrait of a little-known woman from history who used her intelligence and cunning wit to move farther than what I woman could expect at that time. But, for the first time, Chadwick throws another element to the story with the entwined tale of Adeliza, another woman who never expected to be such a pivotal figure in British politics. Together, the lives of these two women paint a vivid portrait of British history in an uncertain period filled with war, betrayal and deceit.A dense and lush tale, Lady of the English is another excellent offering from Chadwick that is sure to please her fans, and welcome others to her fascinating world of medieval Europe. Highly recommended for fans of historical fiction -especially the history part.
    • 5/5
      In her latest novel Elizabeth Chadwick tells the tale of two strong women who were both known to history as Lady of the English; Queen Adeliza, Henry I's widow and his daughter, Matilda. While Matilda was never crowned Queen of England she was Henry's choice to rule after his death - his only legitimate heir after his son had been killed in the famous "White Ship" shipwreck. Henry had his barons swear that they would honor Matilda's right to the throne but it was not a time when men thought women could do anything other than produce babies. God forbid they could actually THINK.After the death of Matilda's husband, the Emperor of Germany she is recalled to England where she meets her new stepmother. Adeliza is younger than she but they form a strong bond. As part of Henry's grand dynastic plans Matilda at around 26 is sent to marry Geoffrey of Anjou a 14 year old Count. She is less than thrilled. The marriage is less than harmonious but it does produce three sons including the future Henry II of England.Like most of Ms. Chadwick's works there is a real feeling of time and place when you get involved in the story line. The small details draw you into the story and you feel like you are living it rather than reading it. With this tale it is split between the two women and it covers such a huge block of time and wars on two continents there is a bit of a break from chapter to chapter as time flies by. If I didn't remember to look at the chapter heading to see how where I was in time I was a bit lost at first. Now I did have an Advance Copy so some changes might have been made. This is a very minor complaint within the scope of a very enthralling tale.The personalities of both Adeliza and Matilda come through and their characters are well developed. I know from reading other books set in this time period that I would not want to cross Matilda. This is the first I have read anything about Adeliza. It was refreshing to see this period in history through different eyes. It is usually just Stephen and Matilda. And in my opinion neither Stephen nor Matilda were very good for England - except for the fact that Matilda gave the country Henry II and the rest of the Plantagenets although that would lead to its own set of problems later now wouldn't it?Political battles aside this was a fascinating book with different insights to a difficult time in England's history. It does keep the focus mostly on Matilda and not on what the country was suffering. But she was an arrogant, over proud woman so perhaps that is how it should be.
    • 4/5
      4/9/2014 - decided to see if I could finish this

      9/9/2014 - I just have to finally admit I'm not wanting to go any further with this. It's wonderfully written, but I'm afraid all the politics is boring me to tears (it's not a criticism of her writing, it's just a personal hang up of mine). I highly recommend it if you enjoy that sort of thing.
    • 5/5
      Empress Matilda has always been one of those historical figures I haven’t had much sympathy for. She seemed to be her own worst enemy with her arrogance and lack of respect for even her highest supporters. If I had to choose between her and the affable Stephen, I’m not sure who I would have gone with either.Yet, Chadwick gives us a glimpse into this woman who strived so hard for a place in a male-dominated world and to give a future to her son. The author proves her characterization chops again with this one. Matilda is still the arrogant snot she was historically; however, we also get to see the strong-willed woman who isn’t respected for her intelligence, her maternal love for Henry, and a bit of her love and respect towards some very select individuals. Matilda is still hard to have sympathy for, but the reader gets a bit more of an understanding for her and where she comes from after reading this.And then there’s also Chadwick’s excellent world-building skills and research power. The reader doesn’t just read about The Anarchy; they experience every sword blow, church chant, and whiff of Angevin sun. I can’t think of one work by Chadwick where such isn’t true. It was interesting to see this chaotic world and time come to life, from both the POV of the major power players like Matilda and Robert of Gloucester to the minor nobles like Brian FitzCount and Will of Arundel.Another winner from Chadwick here! Great historical details and world-building combined with out-of-this-world characterization create another great novel by this author. I’d definitely recommend this one to any lover of Chadwick’s works or of historical fiction from the medieval era.
    • 5/5
      Matilda is summoned home after her husband the Emperor dies. Her brother has died and King Henry I has only a daughter for heir. He tries to find suitable husband for her and chooses young Geoffrey, Count of Anjou. Matilda is less than pleased with the decision but knows that duty comes first.

      Adeliza of Louvain is Henry I’s second wife and close to Matilda’s age. Despite Henry having bastards fron numerous women, Adeliza seems to be barren much to her distress.

      But everything changes when Henry dies and Matilda’s cousin Stephen takes the throne. The women’s close friendship gets tested when Matilda fights for her crown and Adeliza is married to William D’Albini who supports Stephen.

      Another great book by Chadwick! It was hard to put down and I wished I would have had more time to read it faster.

      Matilda is determined and strong and yet she’s not without faults and I really liked how she was portrayed. She did what she believed was right and would not back down.
      Matilda’s and Brian’s relationship was portrayed well and thankfully not glossed upon.

      I really enjoyed reading about Adeliza since there’s not much written about her. She was more submissive and gentler than Matilda but that doesn’t make her any weaker. I loved reading about her life with William which seemed to be a loving marriage.

      I wish there would have been more of Robert of Gloucester and it would have been interesting to know Stephen’s thoughts about the whole thing, But guess you can’t have all.
    • 5/5
      This book focuses on two Queens, each strong in their own way. The characters are vibrant, deep and engaging. The reader follows along as each woman loses their husband and get another, raise families and and work to create a world as they feel it should be. These two women are very different in personality and priorities yet have a strong bond over the years. I would highly recommend this book.
    • 5/5
      Lady of the English tells the story of Empress Matilda, daughter of Henry I. Although Henry made his barons promise to uphold Matilda’s claim to the English throne, his barons aren’t ready for a female ruler. The novel follows Matilda’s struggle to uphold her claim, pitting her against her father’s cousin, Stephen. The story is told alternately between Matilda’s point of view and that of her stepmother, Adeliza, from 1125 to 1149. With the civil war between Matilda and Stephen, I always got the impression that Stephen was the kind of guy you’d invite over for dinner, and Matilda was more ice queen. It’s true that Matilda has been portrayed in historical chronicles as somewhat of a virago, so I was interested to see how Elizabeth Chadwick would vindicate her. I liked how she handled her character; Matilda is headstrong and doesn’t suffer fools gladly, although she was unable to take advice from those around her. In her author’s note at the end of the book, Chadwick poses an interesting theory that Matilda suffered from strong pre-menstrual tension, which might have accounted for some of her shark behavior. Matilda never became a crowned queen herself, but she was the mother of a future King, Henry II, who appears as a young boy in this novel. On the other hand, there is Adeliza, the widow of Henry I and Matilda’s stepmother. When Henry dies, Adeliza retires to a nunnery; but she quickly forms an attachment to Willaim d’Albini, a character who’s a William-Mash type. Adeliza, however, is a weaker character than Matilda is, and I was less interested in her story. But I love how Elizabeth Chadwick manages to interweave historical details into her fiction. I always know I’m going to get a well-researched, entertaining story, as I did with this novel.
    • 5/5
      In her latest novel Elizabeth Chadwick tells the tale of two strong women who were both known to history as Lady of the English; Queen Adeliza, Henry I's widow and his daughter, Matilda. While Matilda was never crowned Queen of England she was Henry's choice to rule after his death - his only legitimate heir after his son had been killed in the famous "White Ship" shipwreck. Henry had his barons swear that they would honor Matilda's right to the throne but it was not a time when men thought women could do anything other than produce babies. God forbid they could actually THINK.After the death of Matilda's husband, the Emperor of Germany she is recalled to England where she meets her new stepmother. Adeliza is younger than she but they form a strong bond. As part of Henry's grand dynastic plans Matilda at around 26 is sent to marry Geoffrey of Anjou a 14 year old Count. She is less than thrilled. The marriage is less than harmonious but it does produce three sons including the future Henry II of England.Like most of Ms. Chadwick's works there is a real feeling of time and place when you get involved in the story line. The small details draw you into the story and you feel like you are living it rather than reading it. With this tale it is split between the two women and it covers such a huge block of time and wars on two continents there is a bit of a break from chapter to chapter as time flies by. If I didn't remember to look at the chapter heading to see how where I was in time I was a bit lost at first. Now I did have an Advance Copy so some changes might have been made. This is a very minor complaint within the scope of a very enthralling tale.The personalities of both Adeliza and Matilda come through and their characters are well developed. I know from reading other books set in this time period that I would not want to cross Matilda. This is the first I have read anything about Adeliza. It was refreshing to see this period in history through different eyes. It is usually just Stephen and Matilda. And in my opinion neither Stephen nor Matilda were very good for England - except for the fact that Matilda gave the country Henry II and the rest of the Plantagenets although that would lead to its own set of problems later now wouldn't it?Political battles aside this was a fascinating book with different insights to a difficult time in England's history. It does keep the focus mostly on Matilda and not on what the country was suffering. But she was an arrogant, over proud woman so perhaps that is how it should be.

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    Lady of the English - Elizabeth Chadwick

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