Review: The Queen’s Choice by Anne O’Brien

A completely enthralling read about the Duchess of Brittany who became Queen Joanna when she married Henry IV (the father of the famous Henry V who won the Battle of Agincourt). Having won the crown through booting Richard II off the throne, Henry IV spends most of his reign trying to hold on to his own crown. Life in England isn’t what Joanna expected, having ruled alongside her first husband in Brittany and then in her own right as regent. The English view her with suspicion and resentment. She never lets go of, or hides, her intellect and experience. A great lesson in knowing your worth and owning it despite the opposition around you. I’ll definitely read more of Anne O’Brien’s books.