The King's Pleasure

The depiction of 16th-century court life feels so immersive. I'm curious whether she based it on specific sources or if some details were creatively filled in to enhance the story.

Even with my knowledge of the period, the personal relationships and political machinations made me feel like I was right there in the Tudor court. How do authors make history so emotionally compelling?

The Tudor era is popular, but I wonder what drew her to explore this story through the lens of this specific character and their experiences in the court.