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 This audiobook features an exciting exclusive interview with Philippa Gregory and narrator Gemma Whelan, star of Game of Thrones

Jane Boleyn watches from the shadows of the Tudor court. Where nothing is more powerful than a secret – or more deadly.

As the Boleyns rise, Jane rises with them. But the king’s love is a fickle thing. And when the royal gaze turns elsewhere, Jane uses the only weapon she has: her voice.

To survive in this dazzling, dangerous world she has mastered many masks: loving wife, devoted sister, and obedient spy. Now she must step out of the shadows.

She might outlive her rivals. She might know the court’s darkest secrets. But power rests on the edge of a tyrant king’s sword. Where will it fall next?

Philippa Gregory brings the Boleyn traitor into the light in an explosive story of one woman’s survival in the treacherous heart of the Tudor court.

‘Beautifully written, meticulously researched … utterly compelling and unputdownable’ SANTA MONTEFIORE

A stunning tour de force: compelling, thrilling, mesmerising, completely engrossing’ BARBARA ERSKINE

‘An enthralling historical thriller and a mirror on contemporary politics … rich and compelling’ C J COOKE

‘A propulsive, emotional, thrill ride through the Tudor court’ LUCY CLARKE

'A thrilling story about ambition, power struggles … and dark side of the Tudor court' ADELE PARKS

‘A vivid recreation of a court in which sex and politics are intertwined and deadly' The Times

'[A] tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death’ i paper

'As perilous as it is thrilling’ Mail on Sunday

'Gregory masterfully explores Jane’s guilt, ambition and survival […] you can feel the power, danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page' Woman & Home

‘An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations, its pageantry and plotting' Saga

'Gregory’s research is impeccable, but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp, glory [and] drama' High Life

‘Written with the world of modern politics in mind, where decisions and policy can spin on a whim, and bursting with […] intrigue, subterfuge, and authentic period detail’ Northern Echo

'Richly atmospheric, Gregory’s novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry’s reign' Booklist

​Book 10 in the Tudor and Plantagenet Novels series

©2025 Philippa Gregory (P)2025 HarperCollins Publishers Biographical Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Political Renaissance Royalty World Literature Tudor Survival Thought-Provoking Inspiring Espionage

Critic reviews

‘Gregory reframes Tudor history through Jane Boleyn’s watchful eyes. Court politics, whispered secrets and shifting allegiances collide in this tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death’ i Paper

‘Returning triumphantly to the world that first catapulted her to bestsellerdom, Gregory thickens the plot by casting Jane as a spy for Thomas Cromwell, bestowing power and agency that is as perilous as it is thrilling’ Mail on Sunday

‘Gregory masterfully explores Jane’s guilt, ambition and survival. Utterly engaging, with sparkling dialogue – you can feel the power, danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page. A triumphant return’ Woman & Home

‘An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations, its pageantry and plotting, all the more harrowing if you know how it ends’ Saga

‘Jane Boleyn is sister-in-law to ill-fated Anne, lady-in-waiting to five of Henry VIII’s six wives and a royal spy. Gregory’s research is impeccable, but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp, glory, drama, with Machiavellian manoeuvres and a toweringly egocentric king.’ High Life Magazine

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Well read and kept my interest. I’ve read a lot of the authors work and she always keeps me engrossed. Not too taxing on the brain and it is historical fiction. I believe the life of Jane Boleyn is detailed in a few historically accurate documents.

Boleyn Traitor

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An enjoyable read with excellent narration that really brings the characters to life. The storytelling is engaging and immersive, making it easy to get lost in the Tudor world. However, the experience is somewhat spoiled by noticeable historical inaccuracies, which may distract those familiar with the real events. Still, a compelling listen for fans of historical fiction.

Enjoyable listen, but historically inaccurate

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Just when you thought there could not be another story from the tutor court that is fresh, intelligent and utterly believable. Along comes the Boleyn Traitor.
Of course, Philippa Gregory, never fails to deliver and this is no exception.
Henry VIII, a man surrounded by sycophants, cowed courtiers, manipulative nobles - and some lesser nobles - who traded their daughters and female relatives for their own gain that just made him more assured in his own superiority proves that the more things change, the more they stay the same.
If only someone had the courage and character to say 'no' to this tyrant.

I was utterly absorbed by the story and life of Jane Boleyn and it was so refreshing to read of a woman who was educated, resourceful and lived a truly fascinating life in the service of 6 tutor wives.

Excellent

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This is truly a spectacular novel! I was obsessed and couldn’t stop listening. Perfect story, perfect narrator.

One of the best books

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I like this retelling of her life story. This sounds more plausible than the previous portrayal as a vindictive crazy person.

Jane Boleyn- Lady Rochford

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