I am so excited to announce that 
Sandra Byrd's virtual tour for the second novel in her Ladies in Waiting series, THE SECRET KEEPER: A NOVEL OF KATERYN PARR starts today! And in honor the kick-off day Passages to the Past has a copy of her exciting new book up for grabs!
The tour will be hosted by some really fabulous blogs who will be bringing you reviews, guest posts, interviews and giveaways so be sure to check the tour schedule below to see where the tour will be stopping!
Sandra Byrd's virtual tour for the second novel in her Ladies in Waiting series, THE SECRET KEEPER: A NOVEL OF KATERYN PARR starts today! And in honor the kick-off day Passages to the Past has a copy of her exciting new book up for grabs!The tour will be hosted by some really fabulous blogs who will be bringing you reviews, guest posts, interviews and giveaways so be sure to check the tour schedule below to see where the tour will be stopping!
Sandra Byrd's Ladies in Waiting series is "a rich alchemy of fact and fiction, the Ladies in Waiting series chronicles the glittering court lives of three Tudor Queens and the women chosen to be their closest friends and companions. Each book envelopes the reader in sweeping romance, heartwarming and heartbreaking circumstances, and heroines who choose lives worth risking all for."
Book One: To Die For: A Novel of Anne Boleyn
Book Two: The Secret Keeper: A Novel of Kateryn Parr
Book Three: Roses Have Thorns: A Novel of Elizabeth I (to be released in 2013)
Publication Date: June 5, 2012
Howard Books
352p
{SYNOPSIS}
Sir Thomas Seymour, uncle of the current heir, Prince Edward, returns to Wiltshire to tie up his concerns with Juliana's father's estate and sees instantly that Juliana would fit into the household of the woman he loves, Kateryn Parr. Her mother agrees to have her placed in Parr's household for "finishing" and Juliana goes, though perhaps reluctantly.
For she knows a secret. She has been given the gift of prophecy, and in one of her visions she has seen Sir Thomas shredding the dress of the king's daughter, the lady Elizabeth, to perilous consequence.
As Juliana learns the secrets of King Henry VIII's court, she faces threats and opposition, learning truths about her own life that will undo everything she holds dear.
About Sandra Byrd
Sandra Byrd has published more than three dozen books in the fiction and nonfiction markets, including the first book in her Tudor series, To Die For: A Novel of Anne Boleyn. Her second book, The Secret Keeper: A Novel of Kateryn Parr, illuminates the mysteries in the life of Henry's last wife.
For more than a decade Sandra has shared her secrets with the many new writers she edits, mentors, and coaches. She lives in the Seattle, Washington, area with her husband and two children. For more Tudor tidbits, please visit www.sandrabyrd.com.
For more than a decade Sandra has shared her secrets with the many new writers she edits, mentors, and coaches. She lives in the Seattle, Washington, area with her husband and two children. For more Tudor tidbits, please visit www.sandrabyrd.com.
Praise for The Secret Keeper: A Novel of Kateryn Parr
"Juliana’s character as the main protagonist is
both surprisingly fresh and perfectly presented. There is much more to
her than a lady’s maid, and finding out her secrets as the story unfolds
is a great pleasure. Unlike many novels of this kind — which portray a
fictional character in the lead — this one works very well. A female’s
place in society is expanded upon, but not so much as to become
monotonous and spoil the historical theme."
Historical Novel Society
"Rich in historical detail, full of intrigue, and
starring a memorable heroine—Juliana St. John—who grows in both
character and faith, Sandra Byrd's The Secret Keeper kept me completely
engrossed in the tumultuous court of Henry VIII. I felt a part of the
times, thanks to the author's skillful storytelling, vivid descriptions,
and inspiring characters. Readers are in for a special treat with this
remarkable novel."
Francine Rivers, New York Times bestselling author
"Sandra Byrd's remarkable book, The Secret
Keeper, provides exquisite attention to detail of time, language, and
place. A deft creation of character voice that invites the reader in and
never lets her go. A delicate suspense that keeps pages turning. And
throughout, the evidence of a remarkable storyteller who moves emotions
in ways that both inspire and satisfy. I fell in love with Juliana St.
John and with her heart, and hope she and her secrets find the widest
possible audience."
Jane Kirkpatrick, New York Times bestselling author of Where Lilacs Still Bloom
The Secret Keeper Virtual Book Tour Schedule
Monday, June 4th
Giveaway at Passages to the Past
Tuesday, June 5th
Review at Let Them Read Books
Review at The Owl Bookmark Blog
Wednesday, June 6th
Review at A Chick Who Reads
Thursday, June 7th
Friday, June 8th
Review at Book Drunkard
Author Interview & Giveaway at The Owl Bookmark Blog
Monday, June 11th
Author Guest Post at A Chick Who Reads
Tuesday, June 12th
Review & Giveaway at Knitting and Sundries
Author Interview & Giveaway at Let Them Read Books
Wednesday, June 13th
Author Interview & Giveaway at Book Drunkard
Thursday, June 14th
Friday, June 15th
Review & Giveaway at The Bookworm
Monday, June 18th
Review at Peeking Between the Pages
Tuesday, June 19th
Review at Bippity Boppity Book
Author Guest Post & Giveaway at Peeking Between the Pages
Wednesday, June 20th
Review at A Bookish Affair
Thursday, June 21st
Review & Giveaway at Royal Reviews
Friday, June 22nd
Monday, June 25th
Review, Author Guest Post & Giveaway at Drey's Library
Tuesday, June 26th
Wednesday, June 27th
Review at The Broke and the Bookish
Thursday, June 28th
Author Interview & Giveaway at My Reading Room
Friday, June 29th
Author Guest Post & Giveaway at The Eclectic Reader
Monday, July 2nd
Review & Giveaway at Bloggin' 'Bout Books
Thursday, July 5th
Review at Tanzanite's Castle Full of Books
Friday, July 6th
Review at CelticLady's Reviews
Author Interview & Giveaway at Tanzanite's Castle Full of Books
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Please enter my name in the draw for the chance to win a copy of The Secret Keeper, email below. Thanks!
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I have never read this author, so would love to start now. Looks like a great book.
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Thank you so much for hosting the giveaway. I enjoyed To Die For and this book looks great too.
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I intend to read this entire series. Would love a freebie. Thanks for the giveaway. I'm a follower.
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I can't wait to read the next in the Ladies in Waiting Series, loved To Die For!
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Her name sounds familiar but that's it! Would love to learn more about Kathryn Parr. Also see partial faces on the cover. Does this mean that faces are returning. Hope so!!!
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I just loved To Die For and cannot wait to read this second book in the series! Thanks for having the tour and also having this giveaway :).
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I read the first book and really enjoyed it! Looking forward to this one!
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Sandra Byrd has been on my TBR list for a while now - I would love to win a copy!
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I would love to read this one! Please enter me, and thank you :)
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I would love a chance to win The Secret Keeper. This is the period in history that I love to read about.
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