The Cardinal's Rose

The Cardinal's Rose is a historical fiction novel written by Van Tassel Sutphen and published in 1900. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the life of a young woman named Rose, who is the daughter of a noble family in England. Rose is a headstrong and independent woman who is determined to live her life on her own terms, despite the expectations of society. When Rose falls in love with a young man named Philip, she is faced with a difficult decision. Philip is a Catholic, and Rose's family is Protestant. In addition, Philip is a supporter of Mary, Queen of Scots, who is seen as a threat to the English throne. Rose must choose between her love for Philip and her loyalty to her family and country. As the political tensions between Catholics and Protestants escalate, Rose finds herself caught up in a dangerous game of intrigue and betrayal. She must navigate the treacherous waters of court politics and religious conflict, all while trying to protect the people she loves. The Cardinal's Rose is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of Tudor England. Sutphen's vivid descriptions of the era and her complex characters make this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.