The King's Favorite
A widow without a fortune, Diane de Poitiers must rely on her legendary beauty to maintain her position in Francois I's court--where Anne de Pisseleu, the official royal favorite, reigns supreme. But Anne sees Diane as a threat, and rumor is a formidable weapon that she has mastered. Can Diane strike a deal with the King to save herself from the Inquisition?
The headiness of power can lead to sinful pride.
Henri can't wait to take the throne from his disease-ridden father.
The young dauphin falls head-over-heels in love with Diane de Poitiers.
