A Matter of Time - Henry VIII, the Dying of the Light

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Set against the backdrop of political intrigue, the narrative follows King Henry VIII as he grapples with the urgency of securing his dynasty. With only one legitimate son and two illegitimate daughters, the aging monarch seeks a new wife after the death of Jane Seymour, driven by the desperate need for more heirs to ensure the survival of the Tudor lineage. The story delves into themes of power, legacy, and the complexities of royal relationships during a tumultuous period in English history.