A Queen's Rise to Power: Intrigue, Deception, and the High Stakes of Royal Court Enter the treacherous world of Henry VIII's Court through the eyes of Katharine Howard, a young noblewoman with a sharp mind and fierce spirit. As she rises through the ranks, Katharine becomes embroiled in a web of espionage, politics, and passion that threatens to destroy her. Ford Madox Ford's masterful storytelling reveals the true face of this infamous queen, challenging historical myths and delivering a gripping tale of intrigue and deception. Ford Madox Ford (1873-1939) was an English novelist, poet, and critic known for his modernist works and meticulous craftsmanship.