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Jane Rochford
 nolimetangere |
Jane Rochford
Feb 16 2008, 10:23 AM EST I have almost finished reading "Jane Rochford" by Julia Fox. Whilst it is a very good book, I do think the author is pushing the limits with it. The titles really does give the impression the reader will finally find out the truth about the author, but nothing new is really told. Julia Fox merely retells the story of Henry VIII's four wives - Anne Boleyn thru Catherine Howard, and then makes suppositions as to what and where Jane Rochford would have been during those times. Granted there is quite a bit of information that has been recorded as to where and what Jane was doing, but Not enough to warrant a whole book on her. I found myself turning each page, expecting some wonderful revelation as to why Jane acted and did what she did. Has anyone else read this book and felt the same way?? Do you find this valuable? |
 KatValois |
RE: Jane Rochford
Feb 16 2008, 11:28 AM EST Sorry to hear that. Its always a bummer to invest yourself in a book and it not be an enjoyable read for you. I did read the book a while back and to be honest, I thoroughly enjoyed it from start to finish. I was impressed with all the research listed, Ms. Fox's writing style & her creditials. Something I've noticed in regards to the "real" Tudors, especially Henry's various wives, is that once a person takes a side/stance/view in regards to which wife was better, who set who up, who was innocent, who was the bigger threat and/or villian, etc... its hard to change your original view of the people. Not that there is anything wrong with that in my opinion. I know that my view of Jane Rochford is much better than most people's opinion of her. I must admit though that I feel Jane really screwed up when she thought she could get away with her deceptions at the end of her service to the Tudors. You know, we can discuss, debate & villify all these people, but in the end none of us were there & lived it (or in many people's cases died because of it). I applaud you for taking the time to read a different view of the person and look forward to your insight in other Tudor characters too. ;) Do you find this valuable? |
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nolimetangere |
RE: Jane Rochford
Feb 17 2008, 10:27 AM EST Thank you KatValois. I must say I did enjoy the book too. I found it an easy read and I also agree that the author's style of writing is great. The issue I had with the book, is it didn't tell me anything new regarding Jane Rochford. I wanted to see her in a more positive light, because I actually do think she was a pawn in the events surrounding her life. Hers was a very dangerous world, and it truly was "survival of the fittest". And you are right. None of us were there to know what it was really like. However, it would have been nice to see her differently, to have more insight into her relationship with George and to know why events unfolded the way they did. I'm glad you enjoyed the book. It is always nice to compare notes and opinions! Do you find this valuable? |
