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The Lady in the Tower

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Jean Plaidy
Jean Plaidy

Jean Plaidy, born Eileen Elizabeth Hastings, was an English historical novelist renowned for her deep understanding of British history and her vivid portrayal of characters. Her works spanned various historical periods from the Roman era to the Middle Ages, often featuring fictional historical figures against a backdrop of rich historical detail and well-crafted characters. more

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“The sadness of men- mankind, I guess you'd say. It's that we never have time to be what we know we should be, or could be. And it's not because of the time itself, the gods know we waste enough of it not doing anything at all, but because of what we are.... It's caring so much that keeps us from being what we could be. Caring so much. About the wrong things maybe. But still, if we didn't what would we be?”