The Families of Eleanor of Aquitaine

J.F. Andrews reminds the reader that these were ... living, breathing women who had to make the most of the lives planned out for them ... Andrews writes with compassion and empathy, turning the spotlight on the diverse lives and experiences of the daughters and daughters-in-law of Eleanor of Aquitaine. A book I didn't know I'd been waiting for! -- Sharon Bennett Connolly * author of Ladies of the Magna Carta * This engaging read illuminates the lives of a group of fascinating medieval royal women. Many of these figures ... are often only given brief mentions in histories of the period, yet here they come out of the shadow of the famous Eleanor of Aquitaine and get their own chance to shine. -- Elena Woodacre * Founder of the Royal Studies Network * Andrews offers a mesmerising tour of the intricate webs of female power in the medieval world. Through the lens of ten women closely connected to one of history's most famous matriarchs, we get a unique perspective of the lives of women who were politically and dynastically of great importance ... a lively, sparkling and intensely readable account of women who made history. -- Matt Lewis * author of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine *