Portrait of an Unknown Woman

How refreshing it is to read a novel about the Reformation and Henry VIII’s marital woes from outside the royal court. Ms. Bennett has breathed life into some of the most prominent historical figures of the time in this well-researched novel. I was inspired to do a bit of research of my own while reading this story. I simply had to see images of the paintings described in the book. It's easy to see at a glance why these paintings would inspire so many questions. Ms. Bennett's exploration of these mysteries resulted in a story of betrayal, trust, politics, and love. I really enjoyed reading of how Meg, the main character, struggled with issues of loyalty and trust, unsure of even her husband’s identity, in one of history’s most turbulent times.