Six Wild Crowns is a fantastic historical fantasy that I could not put down! Holly Race crafts a world where all six wives of Henry the VIII are alive at the same time and bound to him through magic. Boleyn is the newest wife and determined to give him a son. But as secrets about the magic that protects the kingdom are revealed, Boleyn must work together with the other wives to reveal the truth. 

I love this historical fantasy about the wives of Henry the VIII! The magic system was creative and exciting to explore. I loved the relationship between Boleyn and Seymour and how they connected with the other queens. The dragons, crones, and supporting characters were all excellent. You can read this book with lots of knowledge about the Tudors and appreciate the Easter eggs and research, or you could read this book with little background knowledge and still enjoy it. Readers who love complex politics, historical fantasy, and queer characters will enjoy Six Wild Crowns. I hope there’s a sequel featuring Elizabeth!

Thank you to Holly Race, Orbit Books, and NetGalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.