The Lady Queen

In "The Lady Queen," Nancy Goldstone reveals the extraordinary story of Joanna I, Queen of Naples, who stood trial for her husband's murder at the age of twenty-two. Acquitted against the odds, she ruled for three decades over a prestigious court, earning admiration for her dedication to her subjects and her contributions to societal welfare. Despite her accomplishments, Joanna faced relentless challenges, including the lingering repercussions of her husband's death and the turbulence of her era marked by war and plague. Through meticulous research, Goldstone paints a vivid portrait of this remarkable monarch and the complexities of medieval royalty.