Charity

I look for whether they are a dominant judging type (want to control their environment and direct it and have immediate emotional responses and judgments they can articulate on the spot) or a dominant perceiving type (want more information before they decide anything, have delayed emotional reactions, and are hesitant to reach a "premature" judgment).

Being a 9 won't change their automatic mental processing at all. :)

I detest this series, but I hate-watched every episode and nitpicked it to death, as I pointed out all the ways Philippa Gregory and Emma Frost misrepresent, skew, vilify, and outright slander these historical figures. Go forth and revel in the rage... err, historical accuracy checks.

Have you read all the episodic breakdowns for The White Princess?

Episode 1: In Bed With the Enemy

Episode 2: Hearts & Minds

Episode 3: Burgundy

Episode 4: The Pretender

Episode 5: Traitors

Episode 6: English Blood on English Soil

Episode 7: Two Kings

Sorry, folks. Got behind in sharing the links! :)

Read along as I reveal the historical inaccuracies in Season Two of The Tudors (and bid a sad farewell to Anne Boleyn, Catherine of Aragon, Thomas More, and others!).

Episode 1

Episode 2

Episode 3

Episode 4

Episode 5

Episode 6

Episode 7

Episode 8

Episode 9

Episode 10

In the Season 1 finale of The Tudors, history and drama collide. We break down the truth behind Cardinal Wolsey’s downfall, Sir Thomas More’s actions, and Anne Boleyn’s court intrigue. See what really happened in Henry VIII’s England and what was pure fiction.

In The Tudors Season 1, Episode 9, courtroom drama and political scheming take center stage. Catherine of Aragon faces humiliation before foreign ambassadors. Margaret Tudor meets a tragic fate. Cardinal Wolsey makes his final misstep. And somewhere in the chaos, Henry VIII might be writing Greensleeves. But how much of it is rooted in real Tudor history, and how much is pure TV drama? As a historical fiction author and lifelong Tudor researcher, I’m breaking down what’s accurate, what’s exaggerated, and what never happened at all.

In The Tudors Season 1, Episode 8, the long-anticipated annulment trial between Catherine of Aragon and Henry VIII finally takes center stage. This episode is a fan favorite for its powerful dramatization of Catherine’s unwavering dignity and fierce conviction, but how much of it is rooted in truth? From her legendary courtroom speech to Cromwell’s supposed trip to Rome, we’re here to untangle the fact from fiction in one of the series’ most memorable chapters.

Sweating sickness strikes England in The Tudors Season 1, Episode 7, bringing death, dread, and religious tension to Henry VIII’s court. From Anne Boleyn’s brush with death to Catherine of Aragon’s exile and Thomas More’s fiery views on heresy, this episode blends eerie historical truth with heavy-handed drama. But how much of it is accurate? Let’s break down the fact versus fiction behind the 1528 plague, Henry’s medical paranoia, and the growing threat of Reformation ideas in the Tudor world.

In The Tudors Season 1, Episode 6, political schemes and romantic rivalries dominate the court as Cardinal Wolsey struggles to maintain power and Catherine of Aragon finds herself publicly challenged by Anne Boleyn. But how much of this scandal-heavy episode is actually true? From secret conclaves and forged alliances to misplaced rosaries and an arm-wrestling redemption, this historical fact check will walk you through what really happened—versus what was scripted for drama.

The Other Boleyn Girl movie, based on the novel by Philippa Greogry, has fascinated audiences with its glamorous costumes, romantic scandals, and dramatic depiction of Anne and Mary Boleyn. But while it introduced many to the Tudor dynasty, its historical inaccuracies are both glaring and misleading. From rewriting Anne and Mary’s birth order, to erasing Henry Fitzroy, distorting Catherine of Aragon’s dignity, and even inventing a disturbing rape narrative between Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII, the film sacrifices truth for drama. In this fact-check, I’ll separate Tudor history from Hollywood myth, exploring what The Other Boleyn Girl got right, and where it went terribly wrong.

The Tudors Season 1, Episode 5 turns up the drama and turns down the accuracy. From the death of Henry Fitzroy to the marriage of Margaret Tudor and Charles Brandon, this episode plays fast and loose with historical fact. In this detailed fact check, we explore what really happened. Henry’s attempt to legitimize his son, Anne Boleyn’s cautious courtship, Catherine of Aragon’s legal mind, and the fallout of Rome’s brutal sacking. Dive into the real stories behind the scandals, politics, and power plays of the Tudor court.

Did Margaret Tudor really murder the King of Portugal? Was Thomas Tallis gay? Did Martin Luther really insult Henry VIII? This detailed fact check for The Tudors Season 1, Episode 4 dives into all the historical liberties and errors, plus what the show got right.

Titanic Reexamined: The Truth Behind the Film’s Most Controversial Portrayals

Sir Thomas Lovell may not be a household name, but behind the scenes of Henry VII’s court, he was one of the most powerful and dangerous men in England. A ruthless spymaster, political strategist, and royal enforcer, Lovell operated in the shadows to protect the Tudor dynasty from enemies at home and abroad. From thwarting invasions and uncovering conspiracies to blackmailing nobles and surviving two Tudor reigns, Lovell’s legacy is as fascinating as it is forgotten. In this post, we’ll explore his real-life exploits, how he inspired my novels, and why readers love him as much as I do.

Mrs. Danvers in Rebecca: Gothic Villain or Grieving Spinster?

Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables isn’t just a sweeping historical drama. It’s a rich, spiritual allegory about the battle between legalism and grace, the cruelty of manmade laws, and the redemptive power of compassion. Whether you prefer the musical, the novel, or one of its many film adaptations, the message remains the same: forgiveness transforms, love redeems, and no one is beyond salvation. Through the lives of Jean Valjean and Inspector Javert, Hugo invites readers to confront their own beliefs about justice, mercy, and what it means to truly be free.

Episode 8: Peace closes The Spanish Princess with Catherine of Aragon facing the unraveling of her marriage and the dawn of the English Reformation. But how faithfully does the finale reflect the true history of Catherine, Henry VIII, and the Tudor court? This analysis uncovers the episode’s distortions, from the mischaracterization of Lady Margaret Pole and Henry’s temperament to the inaccurate portrayal of Margaret Tudor and the political climate, shedding light on the real lives and struggles behind the drama.

The Spanish Princess Season 2, Episode 7, titled Faith, dives deep into the spiritual struggles and political tensions surrounding Catherine of Aragon as she grapples with fertility, faith, and the brewing religious conflicts of Tudor England. While the episode highlights key themes like education, the Protestant Reformation, and court intrigue, it takes significant liberties with historical facts, especially concerning figures like Margaret Pole, Edward Stafford, and Thomas More. In this analysis, we’ll separate dramatic invention from historical reality, exploring what the show gets right and where it veers off course.