The Secrets of Saffron Hall

Una historia ambientada en dos líneas temporales y con la mansión de Saffron Hall como nexo. La parte que corresponde a la época de 1500 me pareció fascinante y amena. La protagonista es Eleanor, cultivadora de azafrán, que despierta el interés de Enrique VIII. Pero la parte de la actualidad creo que......more

Thank you NetGalley, Clare Marchant, and Avon books for the opportunity to read this book! I love Tudor history. Who doesn’t? It is such an intriguing time period to study. The Secrets of Saffron Hall by Clare Marchant is a dual timeline that takes place during the reign of Henry VIII and also the ye......more

Many thanks to Net Galley, Avon Books UK and the author for a chance to read and review this book. All opinions are expressed voluntarily. To begin with, that gorgeous cover that had me requesting the book without even checking the blurb. And then my favorite genre of dual time story that had me in h......more

Three and a half stars. Another dual time line story. One starts in 1538 with Eleanor who has a gift for growing saffron. This skill wins her husband a reputation and status in the king's court, where he spends much of his time. But will that fame come at a price? In 2019 and 2020 Amber has separated......more

Two women. Five centuries apart. 1538: New bride Eleanor impresses her husband by growing saffron, a spice more valuable than gold. His reputation in Henry VIII's court soars- but fame and fortune come at a price, for the Kings favour will not last forever. 2019: when Amber discovers an ancient book......more