Boleyn Traitor

Winner of the Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026 She ​rose as a favourite. Will she fall as a traitor? In the dazzling, dangerous world of the Tudor Court, nothing is more powerful than a secret – or more deadly. Jane Boleyn has mastered many masks: loving wife, devoted sister, and obedient spy. But as the king's rule advances into tyranny, Jane must decide: keep playing her part, or use the only power she really has – her voice. Philippa Gregory brings the Boleyn traitor into the light in an explosive story of one woman’s survival in the treacherous heart of the Tudor court. Preorder Philippa Gregory's gripping new novel ROYAL WITCH now – out October 2026. ‘ Beautifully written , meticulously researched … utterly compelling and unputdownable ’ SANTA MONTEFIORE A stunning tour de force: compelling , thrilling , mesmerising , completely engrossing ’ BARBARA ERSKINE ‘An enthralling historical thriller and a mirror on contemporary politics … rich and compelling’ C J COOKE ‘A propulsive , emotional , thrill ride through the Tudor court’ LUCY CLARKE 'A thrilling story about ambition , power struggles … and dark side of the Tudor court' ADELE PARKS ‘A vivid recreation of a court in which sex and politics are intertwined and deadly' The Times '[A] tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death’ i paper 'As perilous as it is thrilling ’ Mail on Sunday 'Gregory masterfully explores Jane’s guilt , ambition and survival … you can feel the power , danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page' Woman & Home ‘An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations , its pageantry and plotting ' Saga 'Gregory’s research is impeccable , but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp , glory [and] drama ' High Life ‘Written with the world of modern politics in mind, where decisions and policy can spin on a whim, and bursting with […] intrigue , subterfuge , and authentic period detai l’ Northern Echo ' Richly atmospheric , Gregory’s novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry’s reign' Booklist ​Book 10 in the Tudor and Plantagenet Novels series Boleyn Traitor won Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026

Winner of the Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026 She ​rose as a favourite. Will she fall as a traitor? In the dazzling, dangerous world of the Tudor Court, nothing is more powerful than a secret – or more deadly. Jane Boleyn has mastered many masks: loving wife, devoted sister, and obedient spy. But as the king's rule advances into tyranny, Jane must decide: keep playing her part, or use the only power she really has – her voice. Philippa Gregory brings the Boleyn traitor into the light in an explosive story of one woman’s survival in the treacherous heart of the Tudor court. Preorder Philippa Gregory's gripping new novel ROYAL WITCH now – out October 2026. ‘ Beautifully written , meticulously researched … utterly compelling and unputdownable ’ SANTA MONTEFIORE A stunning tour de force: compelling , thrilling , mesmerising , completely engrossing ’ BARBARA ERSKINE ‘An enthralling historical thriller and a mirror on contemporary politics … rich and compelling’ C J COOKE ‘A propulsive , emotional , thrill ride through the Tudor court’ LUCY CLARKE 'A thrilling story about ambition , power struggles … and dark side of the Tudor court' ADELE PARKS ‘A vivid recreation of a court in which sex and politics are intertwined and deadly' The Times '[A] tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death’ i paper 'As perilous as it is thrilling ’ Mail on Sunday 'Gregory masterfully explores Jane’s guilt , ambition and survival … you can feel the power , danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page' Woman & Home ‘An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations , its pageantry and plotting ' Saga 'Gregory’s research is impeccable , but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp , glory [and] drama ' High Life ‘Written with the world of modern politics in mind, where decisions and policy can spin on a whim, and bursting with […] intrigue , subterfuge , and authentic period detai l’ Northern Echo ' Richly atmospheric , Gregory’s novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry’s reign' Booklist ​Book 10 in the Tudor and Plantagenet Novels series Boleyn Traitor won Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026

Winner of the Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026 She ​rose as a favourite. Will she fall as a traitor? In the dazzling, dangerous world of the Tudor Court, nothing is more powerful than a secret – or more deadly. Jane Boleyn has mastered many masks: loving wife, devoted sister, and obedient spy. But as the king's rule advances into tyranny, Jane must decide: keep playing her part, or use the only power she really has – her voice. Philippa Gregory brings the Boleyn traitor into the light in an explosive story of one woman’s survival in the treacherous heart of the Tudor court. Preorder Philippa Gregory's gripping new novel ROYAL WITCH now – out October 2026. ‘ Beautifully written , meticulously researched … utterly compelling and unputdownable ’ SANTA MONTEFIORE A stunning tour de force: compelling , thrilling , mesmerising , completely engrossing ’ BARBARA ERSKINE ‘An enthralling historical thriller and a mirror on contemporary politics … rich and compelling’ C J COOKE ‘A propulsive , emotional , thrill ride through the Tudor court’ LUCY CLARKE 'A thrilling story about ambition , power struggles … and dark side of the Tudor court' ADELE PARKS ‘A vivid recreation of a court in which sex and politics are intertwined and deadly' The Times '[A] tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death’ i paper 'As perilous as it is thrilling ’ Mail on Sunday 'Gregory masterfully explores Jane’s guilt , ambition and survival … you can feel the power , danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page' Woman & Home ‘An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations , its pageantry and plotting ' Saga 'Gregory’s research is impeccable , but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp , glory [and] drama ' High Life ‘Written with the world of modern politics in mind, where decisions and policy can spin on a whim, and bursting with […] intrigue , subterfuge , and authentic period detai l’ Northern Echo ' Richly atmospheric , Gregory’s novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry’s reign' Booklist ​Book 10 in the Tudor and Plantagenet Novels series Boleyn Traitor won Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026

Winner of the Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026 She ​rose as a favourite. Will she fall as a traitor? In the dazzling, dangerous world of the Tudor Court, nothing is more powerful than a secret – or more deadly. Jane Boleyn has mastered many masks: loving wife, devoted sister, and obedient spy. But as the king's rule advances into tyranny, Jane must decide: keep playing her part, or use the only power she really has – her voice. Philippa Gregory brings the Boleyn traitor into the light in an explosive story of one woman’s survival in the treacherous heart of the Tudor court. Preorder Philippa Gregory's gripping new novel ROYAL WITCH now – out October 2026. ‘ Beautifully written , meticulously researched … utterly compelling and unputdownable ’ SANTA MONTEFIORE A stunning tour de force: compelling , thrilling , mesmerising , completely engrossing ’ BARBARA ERSKINE ‘An enthralling historical thriller and a mirror on contemporary politics … rich and compelling’ C J COOKE ‘A propulsive , emotional , thrill ride through the Tudor court’ LUCY CLARKE 'A thrilling story about ambition , power struggles … and dark side of the Tudor court' ADELE PARKS ‘A vivid recreation of a court in which sex and politics are intertwined and deadly' The Times '[A] tense portrait of survival under a king whose love can mean death’ i paper 'As perilous as it is thrilling ’ Mail on Sunday 'Gregory masterfully explores Jane’s guilt , ambition and survival … you can feel the power , danger and allure of the Tudor dynasty on every page' Woman & Home ‘An immersive visit to the Court of Henry VIII with its magnificence and machinations , its pageantry and plotting ' Saga 'Gregory’s research is impeccable , but she wears it lightly when transporting you to the Tudor court in all its pomp , glory [and] drama ' High Life ‘Written with the world of modern politics in mind, where decisions and policy can spin on a whim, and bursting with […] intrigue , subterfuge , and authentic period detai l’ Northern Echo ' Richly atmospheric , Gregory’s novel delivers a riveting portrait of Jane and drama of the cunning stakes involved in trying to survive Henry’s reign' Booklist ​Book 10 in the Tudor and Plantagenet Novels series Boleyn Traitor won Fiction Book of the Year at the British Book Awards 2026

#1 New York Times bestselling author and "queen of royal fiction" (USA Today) Philippa Gregory returns with a dazzling historical novel of ambition, betrayal, and survival in the court of Henry VIII. Jane Boleyn watches from the shadows of the Tudor court, where secrets are currency, every choice is dangerous, and even the faintest whisper can seal the fate of queens. For Jane, survival demands playing every role required of her: a loving wife who conceals her doubts, a devoted sister to Anne Boleyn at the height of her power, and an obedient spy who carefully wields her words. But in a court ruled by ambition and a tyrant's sword, Jane must rely on her sharp wit and skillful maneuvering to outthink those around her, knowing that one wrong move could cost her everything. Philippa Gregory masterfully shines a spotlight on the untold story of Jane Boleyn, peeling back the myths to reveal a complex portrait of a woman who dared to survive at any cost. Perfect for fans of thrilling historical drama and readers captivated by the intrigue of the Tudor period, Boleyn Traitor is a must-read.

#1 New York Times bestselling author and "queen of royal fiction" (USA Today) Philippa Gregory returns with a dazzling historical novel of ambition, betrayal, and survival in the court of Henry VIII. Jane Boleyn watches from the shadows of the Tudor court, where secrets are currency, every choice is dangerous, and even the faintest whisper can seal the fate of queens. For Jane, survival demands playing every role required of her: a loving wife who conceals her doubts, a devoted sister to Anne Boleyn at the height of her power, and an obedient spy who carefully wields her words. But in a court ruled by ambition and a tyrant's sword, Jane must rely on her sharp wit and skillful maneuvering to outthink those around her, knowing that one wrong move could cost her everything. Philippa Gregory masterfully shines a spotlight on the untold story of Jane Boleyn, peeling back the myths to reveal a complex portrait of a woman who dared to survive at any cost. Perfect for fans of thrilling historical drama and readers captivated by the intrigue of the Tudor period, Boleyn Traitor is a must-read.