Daughter of York
by Anne Easter Smith

This is the story of Plantagenet princess Margaret of York, who marries into the duchy of Burgundy during its final successful rule under Charles the Rash. Though she always puts duty first, her true passion lies with Anthony Woodville, the brother of Queen Elizabeth, whom she sees none too often once she crosses the channel. I believe it is a great love story to some, but I found this specific element of the book wanting. I can’t imagine anyone living so many years apart, with little or no correspondence, and maintain such a passion. However the characters and settings are described immaculately and the political intrigue is very interesting. There is much information about the complicated campaigns and maneuvering of three major powers during the late fifteenth century that would please those, like myself, who enjoy a little history lesson with their novel.