The Cardinal

<b>In this “immersive tale of Tudor intrigue” (<i>Publishers Weekly</i>), the <i>New York Times</i> bestselling author of <i>The Last White Rose</i> explores the rise of Thomas Wolsey, who was Henry VIII’s chief adviser—until the king accused him of treason.</b><br><b>“Henry VIII’s beloved cardinal leaps from the page in all his brilliance, complexity, and humanity. Fans of <i>Wolf Hall</i> have a treat in store.”—Tracy Borman, author of <i>Anne Boleyn & Elizabeth I</i></b><br>Cardinal Thomas Wolsey enjoyed one of the most meteoric careers in history. His rise from humble beginnings coincided with young Henry VIII’s ascension to the throne in 1509. The two grew to be cherished friends, and by 1515 Wolsey, now a cardinal, had become the controlling figure in all matters of church and state.<br>Wolsey operated on an international stage and worked hard to broker universal peace. All was going dazzlingly well until Henry fell...