“A star back in Britain, Elizabeth Chadwick is finally getting the attention she deserves here,”—USA Today. Chadwick is the bestselling author of over 20 historical novels, including The Greatest Knight, The Scarlet Lion, A Place Beyond Courage, Lords of the White Castle, Shadows and Strongholds, The Winter Mantle, and The Falcons of Montabard, four of which have been shortlisted for the Romantic Novelists' Awards.
"This is a brilliant work of historical fiction... a beautifully
written novel... The Summer Queen is quite a dramatic tale, and I
loved reading every second of it." - Feminist Reflections
"Chadwick eloquently tells of Alienor's experiences and emotions as
she faces each new challenge in a world where most women are mere
pawns. Her descriptions of locales, from Aquitaine to Paris to
Jerusalem, and the alternately dusty and muddy roads between them
are captivating... for readers who enjoy history, historical
fiction, or stories of strong women fighting for power and
equality." - Fresh Fiction
"A magnificent woman's story told by a brilliant historical
novelist; realistic, emotional, vibrant, exciting and
unputdownable." - RT Book Reviews, July Top Pick
"Chadwick brings a new interpretation and life to Alienor... One of
Chadwick's strengths is that she brings the historical world that
we will never experience to life in a way that is relatable to us
in the modern day." - The Maiden's Court
"The Summer Queen is a fascinating look at the early life of
Eleanor of Aquitaine." - Bloggers Recommend
"Elizabeth Chadwick has done some extensive research into Eleanor's
life... For such a strong character as Eleanor, a series seems
fitting. " - Stephanie's Book Reviews
"Meticulous research and strong storytelling." - Woman and Home
"Chadwick's prose effortlessly blends narration, description and
dialogue. Each chapter advances the story with tension and drama,
never with superfluous detail or tangential storylines. Dialogue
reflects the time and circumstances of the characters and yet is
easy for today's readers to understand... The Summer Queen is truly
superb. Bravo, Elizabeth Chadwick." - A Writer of History
"Chadwick is extremely popular among readers of medieval historical
fiction owing to her meticulous research and attention to detail.
Fans of her previous novels should enjoy getting a closer look at
Eleanor...while newcomers will find this to be a pleasurable
introduction to Chadwick's work." - Library Journal
"The Summer Queen is a fabulous novel based on the most up-to-date
and meticulous research. This is historical fiction at its best and
I loved every page of it." - For Winter Nights: A bookish blog
"Elizabeth Chadwick has once again put forth a wonderfully
authentic recreation of the life of a famous historical figure. One
cannot help but be spellbound with each page... Awesome
characterization, a fascinating plot, and in depth research makes
this story stand above all others about Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Definitely a book to read and savor! " - Historical Novel
Review
"Every little detail is woven in the story seamlessly, giving the
reader the impression that they are standing there, just right next
to the characters, witnessing history as it unfolded all those
centuries ago... Meticulously researched, beautifully written, with
an engaging plot and fascinating characters... It is one of the
best historical fiction novels I've ever read." - History and Other
Thoughts
"A rich and compelling read." - Candis Magazine
"Uses authentic period detail to bring to life a new queen and the
drama and intrigue surrounding her" - France Magazine
"Ms. Chadwick did an extensive amount of research for this book and
I think it is reflected in the quality of the story." - So Many
Books, So Little Time
"Chadwick was really able to bring both the time period and the
setting to life through her use of historical detail... a very
exciting start to a great series on a fascinating figure!" - A
Bookish Affair
"Absolutely fantastic... It has it all, romance, adventure, and
intrigue! I give this novel a solid FIVE out of FIVE stars!" -
Historical Fiction Obsession
"The story line is engaging and kept me turning the pages to see
what would happen. There's romance, scandal, love, treason,
fighting, chivalry, deception, prayer, and so much more." - The
Readathon
"An immersion in the life of a queen who helped shape the Western
world." - Kirkus Reviews
"A richly drawn, finely written, meticulously researched,
fictionalized account of Eleanor of Aquitaine - Elizabeth
Chadwick's fleshed-out characterization of this controversial and
often misunderstood historical figure is loaded with vivid
descriptions and a sumptuous scenography that brings the medieval
setting to full life at every turn of the page... Chadwick's novel
is possibly the most original and unbiased interpretation of her
life. " - Mina's Bookshelf
"This is high drama indeed, so we have to thank Elizabeth Chadwick
for bringing these turbulent times so excellently to life. This
British author has gained many loyal fans down the years... with
THE SUMMER QUEEN she has done a magnificent job and rewarded those
fans, as well as being sure to delight a new generation of readers
who love historical romance." - Fresh Fiction
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