Katharina: Fortitude: 2

Eagerly-awaited conclusion to Katharina Deliverance Runner-up in the Historical Novel Society New Novel Award Behind even a great (sometimes noisy fractious) man there is often a quietly strong more amenable woman. Margaret Skeas deep research and empathy brings alive one of those. If you like your historical fiction truthful and complex then this novel about Katharina Luther is for you. Sarah Dunant Beautifully written and meticulously researched - historical fiction at its best. BooksPlease Fans of Sarah Dunant Hilary Mantel C J Sansom and Winston Graham will love this book. We are none of us perfect and a streak of stubbornness is what is needed in dealing with a household such as yours Kat... and with Martin. Wittenberg 1525. The unexpected marriage of Martin Luther to Katharina von Bora has no fairytale ending. A sign of apostasy to their enemies and a source of consternation to their friends it sends shock waves throughout Europe. Yet as they face persecution poverty war plague and family tragedy Katharinas resilience and strength of character shines through. While this book can be read as a standalone it is also the powerful conclusion to her story begun in Katharina: Deliverance. Authentic immersive and packed with drama.