I read the book when it was first printed. It's a page turner . Well written. A great read! I have three copy's. not knowing this book was part of a series...I went back to read wideacre and meridon. Philippa Gregory is one of my favorite authors.

By the end of the story, I was sorry that I took time to read it. Most of Phillipa Gregory books are well written, historical, and interesting but this one was off from the beginning. Too many chances missed for the characters to see the madness of Richard and he was too evil to be believed. Would not recommend it at all.

Obviously another page turner, and an education in history. Ms Gregory has the ability to entwine history and delicious fiction into a wonderfully intense read. Wideacre was ravishing and racy. The Favored Child takes us off onto another such adventure - even more so...what will the next...can't wait!