About:
'God Save the King' by Laura Purcell is a historical novel that delves into the lives of the women in the family circle of King George III, particularly focusing on his wife Queen Charlotte and two daughters, Princess Royal and Princess Sophia. The book portrays Queen Charlotte sympathetically as a woman dedicated to duty, who faces immense challenges as her husband succumbs to mental illness. The narrative follows multiple points of view, providing insight into the struggles and sacrifices made by the royal family during this tumultuous period in history.
The story unfolds with a vivid portrayal of the Hanoverian family beset by tragedy, as King George III's mental instability takes a toll on his loved ones. The book captures the emotional turmoil and complexities of the characters, especially Queen Charlotte, who evolves into a multi-dimensional figure with faults and failings. Through well-researched details and immersive storytelling, 'God Save the King' offers a compelling exploration of the personal struggles and sacrifices endured by the royal women in the face of adversity.
From The Publisher:
London, 1788. The calm order of Queen Charlotte's court is shattered by screams. Her beloved husband, England's King, has gone mad.
Left alone with thirteen children and a country at war, Charlotte must fight to hold her husband's throne in a time of revolutionary fever. But it is not just the guillotine that Charlotte fears: it is the King himself.
Her six daughters are desperate to escape their palace asylum. Their only chance lies in a good marriage, but no Prince wants the daughter of a madman. They are forced to take love wherever they can find it - with devastating consequences.
The moving true story of George III's madness and the women whose lives it destroyed.
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