A dynasty is defined by its men. Their mothers, wives, sisters and daughters are often depicted as mere shadowy figures whose value lies in the inheritance they brought, or the children they produced. Yet the Tudor dynasty is full of women who are fascinating in their own right, like Margaret Beaufort, Elizabeth of York, Catherine of Aragon and Anne Boleyn, and Mary and Elizabeth, England's first reigning queens. Then there were all the others: Henry VIII's fascinating sisters who became queens of France and Scotland, and their offspring, Lady Margaret Douglas and her granddaughter Arabella Stuart. These were strong women, wielding remarkable power, whether that was behind the scenes or on the international stage. Their contribution took England from the medieval era into the modern. It is time for a new narrative of the Tudor women: one that prioritises their experiences and their voices.