The Accidental Empress
By Allison Pataki
- Release Date: 2015-02-17
- Genre: Historical Romance
Description
*NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * Discover the “captivating, absorbing, and beautifully told” (Kathleen Grissom) love story of Sisi, the Austro-Hungarian empress and wife of Emperor Franz Joseph—perfect for fans of the Netflix series The Empress!
The year is 1853, and the Habsburgs are Europe’s most powerful ruling family. With his empire stretching from Austria to Russia, from Germany to Italy, Emperor Franz Joseph is young, rich, and ready to marry.
Fifteen-year-old Elisabeth, “Sisi,” Duchess of Bavaria, travels to the Habsburg Court with her older sister, who is betrothed to the young emperor. But shortly after her arrival at court, Sisi finds herself in an unexpected dilemma: she has inadvertently fallen for and won the heart of her sister’s groom. Franz Joseph reneges on his earlier proposal and declares his intention to marry Sisi instead.
Thrust onto the throne of Europe’s most treacherous imperial court, Sisi upsets political and familial loyalties in her quest to win, and keep, the love of her emperor, her people, and of the world.
With Pataki’s rich period detail and cast of complex, bewitching characters, The Accidental Empress offers “another absolutely compelling story” (Mary Higgins Clark) with this glimpse into one of history’s most intriguing royal families, shedding new light on the glittering Hapsburg Empire and its most mesmerizing, most beloved “Fairy Queen.”
Reviews
The Accidental Empress
5By Elia FegaWonderful writing and storyWell written, great read!
5By MusicFanPFLBIn looking for the perfect "vacation read" I unwittingly stumbled upon this lovely historical novel. It seemed incredibly well researched yet was such a page-turner - I couldn't put it down. It was refreshing to read a period novel about a complex female heroine that is both poignantly emotional and narratively riveting. Downloading the sequel now!Great Read!
5By ChristinedaeunIf you like historical fiction with romance and deceit…this is great!Accidental Empress
2By Peg1gyThis mediocre novel left out so much. There was too much of the Empress running up and down halls and too little of the facts of her life. I kept reading in hopes of real history being revealed but just found blah blah blah. If you want a bodice bursta, enjoy.Accidental Empress
5By aurorastormBeing from Germany I was raised with stories of the Hapsburg monarchy according to my late mother my great great grandmother was a courtesan in the Austrian court being impregnated by a ruling monarch she was ushered out of court and sold off to a man that would marry her and raise her child. Now I don't know what is true or embellished but always thought I had royal blood in my veins, this novel kept me enthralled I could not put it down till it was over since I fall asleep reading most books this was one they kept me alert and interested a great reade.Loved it!
5By AlexxanndraaaaThe accidental empress is one of the most amazing books I've read in a long time. Sisi is so inspiring, loved it and wished it never had to end!Yay Sisi !
4By Aud541A quick and engaging read, well developed stories and characters. I loved learning about the daily life then. Historically very accurate and enlightening. Makes me think about our lives today on different levels. I wish the words were more beautifully crafted.Intriguing page-turner!
5By klbarbatoLOVED The Accidental Empress! Allison Pataki gives a voice to the fascinating women behind history's great events. Sisi and Franz Joseph have a complicated and influential love story that turn the tides in Europe. Made me begin research on my own family's Hungarian roots! Another page-turner from Allison.
