Review of A Royal Affair (2012) by Jim B — 14 Aug 2013

A young queen, who is married to an insane king, falls secretly in love with her physician - and together they start a revolution that changes a nation forever.

This review of A Royal Affair (2012) was written by Jim B on 14 Aug 2013.

A Royal Affair has generally received very positive reviews.

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