Linda Porter is a British historian and author who specialises in Tudor and Stuart history, with a particular focus on the lives of royal women. Mistresses examines the fascinating and often powerful women who served as mistresses to English kings, exploring how these relationships shaped politics, culture, and the course of history. Porter brings meticulous research and engaging storytelling to her subjects. Her audiobooks and books are absorbing listening and reading for fans of Tudor history, royal biography, and the hidden stories of the women who influenced the English throne from behind the scenes.
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