Le Temps Viendra Ch. 4-8

Le Temps Viendra Ch. 4-8

As an avid reader, I feel like I should share some of the pros and cons about the novel Le Temps Viendra. I have currently read up to chapter eight and I am greatly enjoying the historical relevance. The Author has given Ann a quick witted/duel personality, which helps make the book more interesting and unpredictable. I think the Author has done a fantastic job with the character of King Henry.  King Henry is portrayed as a caring, compassionate, gentleman, who is trying the win the hand of Ann Boleyn.  He expresses his love for Ann through gifts, poetry, letters, and physical affection. I am interested to see how Henry changes in the chapters to come, or if he was just hiding his true colors.  There is only one negative thing that I can say about the book thus far. I have a hard time figuring out which Ann is speaking, who’s point of view are they trying to explain, and which Ann’s emotions are being expressed. I think the book would be easier to read, if both Ann’s viewpoints, emotions, and responses were more distinguished. In addition, it would give both Ann’s a connection, building more of a relationship between the two.

Chapter four focuses on Ann choosing a gift for King Henry. She goes to see Master Silas, who is a jeweler. She is immediately drawn to a small gold ship with a solitary damsel inside. The ships is a sign of protection and the diamond is a symbol of endurance and everlasting love. The chapter ends with Ann writing a letter, expressing her love and appreciation for Henry.

In chapter five, Mary, Elizabeth, and Ann go to visit the Wyatt Family at the Allington Castle.  Ann goes to the garden and finds Thomas Wyatt by an apple tree.  She takes a poem he has written and reads it aloud, teasing Wyatt. The poem is About Ann and his Love for her.  At the end of the chapter there are a group of people playing blind man’s bluff. Thomas finds Ann while playing the game and takes her locket.

Chapter six starts off with Ann sleeping in her bed. She wakes up to find her brother George standing at the foot of her bed. George Gives Ann a letter from King Henry, asking why she has not come to visit him at court. George then proceeds to tell Ann the Katherine has called her a whore. At the end of the chapter the Boleyn family are making plans to go see King Henry in Beaulieu.

In chapter seven the Boleyn family begin their journey, they stop in Norfolk to rest for the night, and then continue on to Beaulieu. When they reach Beaulieu, they dine with the duke of Norfolk, Thomas Howard. Howard then then proceeds to insult Ann by asking if she has slept with the king.  Near the end of the chapter Ann’s father informs her that Henry wants her to be a servant for the Queen.

Chapter eight is all about the inevitable confrontation with the Queen. On Ann’s way to see the queen she meets her friend Nan, Nan then proceeds to ask Ann if the rumors of her and Henry are true. Ann then confronts the queen, Katherine welcomes Ann and is very respectful, telling Ann she is always welcome.

 A Novel of Anne Boleyn 

Le Temps Viendra

May 19, 1536 "Today I die." What an opening?!  The Queen of England in her moments before the guillotine.  The author then takes us on a brief exploration our main character, and finally to our story.  A trip back in time into the body and mind of a 26year old Anne Boleyn before she became queen of England.

May 31, 1527 Anne's birthday and also the day she secretly becomes engaged to the King.  The King of England no less, King Henry VIII.  This first person narrative gives details into what it must have been like "for a woman" in the rose garden, dressed in beautiful jewels and a beautiful gown. 

Chapter 1's detail of how the character who woke up inside of Anne, feels about her sister Mary is compelling.  Her study of history paints Mary as a whore, but the tender side of Anne wants to protect her sister.  Mary was not jealous or bitter at the king’s affection for Anne.  “For all her reputation as an 'infamous whore,' I saw great tenderness and innocence in those eyes, and knew that her desire to love and to be loved had been cruelly exploited by the powerful men in her life" (p.24) Our main character's seeing through the eyes of Anne allow her to rewrite some parts of history and give a more human look at the relationships.

The Rose Garden where Anne becomes the fiancé of the great and powerful King Henry VIII also gives a more intimate look at our characters.  Anne was bold and looked the king in the eye.  She stood tall and demanded he honor her virtue by refusing to be his mistress.  How could she have known that this would fuel him to divorce his wife Katherine so that he could have her?  The Kings is described as charismatic and as having a unique and majestic presence.  This chapter draws you into their passionate love relationship between the two, and the anticipation of their wedding.   

Chapter 3 The Hunt-Anne is off on a journey on horseback with the King and his entourage.  Her first public outing with him by her side.  Still their engagement a secret.  This chapter is a time of celebration for the engagement but also has a twist of drama and coming doom.  Katherine has not yet been dethroned and has a reputation as being strong willed.

Hever Castle- June 1, 1527 The Kings is headed for London where he is to receive the information regarding his annulment to Queen Katherine.  Fear and anticipation mix inside Anne as she has nothing more to do but wait.  The chase was over.  Anne surrenders to be his in this chapter.  Swept up in her love for him, she writes him a love letter and gives him a precious jewel symbolizing her surrender to him as wife, as Queen. "This jewel would not only be a token of Anne's love, but would symbolize to Henry her surrender into his hands; the commitment of her body and soul to him" (p.70).

Relevance

Being able to find relevance in life determines how successful we become. Our education, social life, morals, and even entertainment have different levels of importance in our lives.    “Chapter 9 of the St. Martin’s Guide to Writing”, talks about choosing a topic that is related to your audience.  In addition, it says that you should be able to make connections to the things that you are writing about. When doing anything in life you will more likely to succeed if you’re passionate.  If you keep in mind the big picture of why you do the things you do, you will lead a more purposeful life.  For my second essay, I choose hunger in America. I choose that topic because I care about other people. In addition, I have allot of experience working with the homeless, hungry and drug addicted. I choose a topic that I am passionate about.  Moreover, it is something that is relevant.  There are hungry people everywhere.  My contribution to this cause matters because I can not only write about it, but I can also do something about it.

What does writing an Essay and having a tattoo have in common?

                   When writing my paper I had many different ideas. The possibilities were endless.  I could create anything I wanted, and express myself in any way. While reading over my homework assignments I stumbled upon a section that talked about mapping out your ideas on paper. Mapping out my ideas is nothing new, but I always thought it was elementary. You may recall drawing a bubble with an idea, and then drawing arrows that pointed to subcategories.

Consequently, I swallowed my pride, and decided to map my own ideas.  This is something I haven't done since elementary school.  The whole process of writing a paper became much easier. I was able to see what thoughts worked with my essay and which thoughts did not.  In addition, I was able to keep track of all my ideas without losing them. In this process I could see what tattoos and writing have in common.

              Now you’re probably wondering, what does writing an essay and having a tattoo have in common? The answer to that question is, they are both outlets of self-expression.  Tattoos can be both good and bad, offensive or inspiring. They give individuals a way to express themselves.   They can be used to remember events or people. You can share religious or social beliefs and express emotions like anger, humor, and love. I currently do not have a tattoo, but I have considered getting one. I have not found a tattoo that I want to have on my body forever. Both writing and tattoos are a permanent way of expressing yourself.  Once you say it you cannot take it back and once you tat it you cannot take it back.