THE SCAPEGOAT The Brilliant Brief Life of the Duke of Buckingham

Author Lucy Hughes-Hallett narrates her sweeping history, subtitled "The Brilliant Brief Life of the Duke of Buckingham." George Villiers, the first Duke of Buckingham, was the court favorite and lover of both King James VI of Scotland/James I of England and his son, Charles I. Hughes-Hallett provides a lengthy examination of Scottish and English court culture and the roles of advisor, counselor, and politician. Hughes-Hallet narrates in a soft, clear voice. Her delivery never wavers in pitch or tone, forcing listeners to pay attention to every word about Buckingham's involvement in a tangled web of love and loyalty. M.B.K. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: FEBRUARY 2025]