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Historical person
Richard Guildford is represented in the linked historical fiction through court politics and dynastic power, social change and the pressures of ordinary life, and political ambition and government. These works approach the figure through the surrounding events, relationships and political conflicts rather than through a standalone biography.
In Joanna Hickson’s The Queen’s Lady, Joan Vaux, now Lady Guildford, remains a confidante of Elizabeth of York while her husband Sir Richard Guildford advances through Henry VII’s court.
Series
Queens of the Tower follows the historical courtier Joan Vaux, later Lady Guildford, through the first Tudor reign. Joan serves Elizabeth of York and observes the private household behind a monarchy still threatened by rebellion and uncertain succession. The Lady of the Ravens covers Joan’s earlier service and…
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