The Boleyn Curse
- Author Alexandra Walsh
- Narrator Emma Gregory
- Publisher Boldwood Books
- Publish Date 13 April 2026
- Run Time 11 hours and 30 minutes
- Format Audio
- Genre Fiction: special features, Historical fiction, Historical romance, Modern and contemporary fiction, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: Love and relationships, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Narrative theme: Social issues.
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What to expect
A BRAND NEW spellbinding, dual-timeline historical novel for fans of Alison Weir, Philippa Gregory and Kate Mosse ✨
Two women connected across time and a mystery that has spanned centuries...🌹
The court of young King Henry VIII seethes with secrets and scandals, but every ambition has its price.
Elizabeth Boleyn, loyal wife to Thomas Boleyn and devoted mother to Anne, Mary and George, believes she can navigate the shifting tides of court life. But when she catches the eye of the lascivious king, Elizabeth is drawn into a perilous game and the cost of her defiance will echo through the generations.
In present day Hampshire, Tabitha Mundy has found a haven in Cerensthorpe Abbey. Since the death of her husband, her work as archivist for the abbey’s owner, Edith Swanne, has been her refuge. When her research uncovers hidden clues rumoured to lead to a lost manuscript of The Canterbury Tales and a connection to the Boleyn family, Edith is eager to investigate. With the help of Gulliver, Edith’s enigmatic nephew, Tabitha begins to decipher the riddles and before long a mystical thread binds Elizabeth and Tabitha across the ages – two women destined to protect the truth.
As Henry’s vengeance consumes Elizabeth, she sets his treachery down in writing, determined her voice will not be silenced. But another man’s secrets mean that Elizabeth’s tale has been hidden. Can Tabitha finally unlock the mysteries of the past or will the Boleyn curse haunt Cerensthorpe Abbey forever…
A spellbinding story of love and heartbreak, loyalty and revenge.
Praise for Alexandra Walsh:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A fabulously intricate tapestry of a story, rich in historical detail.' Eva Glyn
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Alexandra Walsh weaves a perfectly crafted dual timeline tale that will enthral and delight the reader from the first words until the very last sparkling moment.' Elena Collins
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'I absolutely loved this beautifully written and characterful novel.’ Carol McGrath
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Alexandra Walsh is a master storyteller and does historical time hops so well... Stays with you a long time after you turn the last page.’ Michelle Rawlins
Readers love Alexandra Walsh:
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A fascinating story of two remarkable women. I really enjoyed seeing the turmoil in Henry VIII's court through the eyes of those around him and how conflicted they were by his decisions. The author has a real talent for making you feel as if you're in the Tudor court.’ Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A brilliant tale, two story lines centuries apart, and full of twists and intrigue, secrets and love stories. A beautiful story, I loved it from the beginning to the end.’ Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A masterclass in dual-time historical fiction, with two stories strong enough to stand alone.’ Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved it! I am a fan of both Philippa Gregory and Barbara Erskine so this was the perfect book for me. Great dual timeline storytelling and fascinating detail concerning the Tudor court - my favourite time in history. I found the book very well written, well researched and very engaging. I now have another author to add to my list of favourites and will be reading more of her work in future.’ Reader review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is historical fiction at its finest! The author is a favourite of mine but this one was unique. I absolutely loved it.’ Reader review
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