The Cardinal: Cardinal Thomas Wolsey in Henry VIII's Court; A Novel of Love and Power

In this “immersive tale of Tudor intrigue” ( Publishers Weekly ) the New York Times bestselling author of The Last White Rose explores the rise of Thomas Wolsey who was Henry VIII’s chief adviser—until the king accused him of treason. “Henry VIII’s beloved cardinal leaps from the page in all his brilliance complexity and humanity. Fans of Wolf Hall have a treat in store.”—Tracy Borman author of Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I Cardinal Thomas Wolsey enjoyed one of the most meteoric careers in history. His rise from humble beginnings coincided with young Henry VIII’s ascension to the throne in 1509. The two grew to be cherished friends and by 1515 Wolsey now a cardinal had become the controlling figure in all matters of church and state. Wolsey operated on an international stage and worked hard to broker universal peace. All was going dazzlingly well until Henry fell in love with Anne Boleyn—the woman whom