Six Wild Crowns
Six Wild Crowns by Holly Race, published by Orbit on June 3, 2025, is a 416-page novel that delves into a world of courtly intrigue and sapphic yearning. This epic fantasy reimagines the lives of the wives of Henry VIII, presenting a narrative where the king of Elben must marry six queens to secure the kingdom’s future. The story centers on Boleyn, who is determined to be the king’s favorite, and Seymour, a reluctant spy thrust into a loveless marriage. Their evolving relationship becomes pivotal as they navigate the complexities of power and loyalty.
Readers will find a richly woven tale that explores themes of ambition, friendship, and the darker aspects of magic. As Boleyn and Seymour forge an alliance, they uncover a perilous truth that threatens their lives and the kingdom itself. The narrative intricately blends elements of historical fantasy with sword and sorcery, inviting readers into a world filled with dragons and mythical creatures. This edition offers a fresh perspective on familiar historical figures, making it a unique addition to the genre.
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“A luscious and luminous read” — Tasha Suri, author of The Jasmine Throne
From a major new voice in epic fantasy, Six Wild Crowns is a breathtaking novel of courtly intrigue, sapphic yearning, and the wives of Henry VIII as you’ve never seen them before.
As tradition has it, the king of Elben must marry six queens and magically bind each of them to one of the island’s palaces or the kingdom will fall.
Clever, ambitious Boleyn is determined to be her beloved Henry’s favorite queen. She relishes the games at court and the political rivalries with his other wives. Seymour is the opposite – originally sent to Boleyn’s court as a reluctant spy and assassin, she ends up catching Henry’s eye and is forced into a loveless marriage with the king.
But when the two queens become the unlikeliest of things – friends and allies – the balance of power begins to shift. Together, they uncover a dark and deadly truth at the heart of the island’s magic. Boleyn and Seymour’s only hope of survival rests on uniting all six of the rival queens – but Henry will never let that happen.
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