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Destined for greatness...tormented by demons. Like Game of Thrones for teens, this �powerful look at a dark side of history� (Booklist) is the epic tale of Henry VIII�s transformation from a handsome, gifted youth to a murderous, cruel king. Hal is a young man of extraordinary talents, astonishing warrior skills, sharp intelligence, and a fierce sense of honor and virtue. He believes he is destined for greatness. His father wishes he would disappear. Haunted by the ghosts of his family�s violent past, Hal embarks on a journey that leads him to absolute power�and brings him face to face with his demons. �History comes alive from the first page to the last� (The Independent) in this fascinating, previously untold story of how a charismatic, athletic young man grew up to become the murderous, vengeful King Henry VIII. (less)

Destined for greatness...tormented by demons. Like Game of Thrones for teens, this �powerful look at a dark side of history� (Booklist) is the epic tale of Henry VIII�s transformation from a handsome, gifted youth to a murderous, cruel (…more)