Thomas Cromwell is known to millions through Hilary Mantel's bestselling Wolf Hall and Bring up the Bodies. But who was the real Thomas Cromwell? Born a lowly tavern keeper's son, Cromwell rose swiftly through the ranks to become Henry VIII's right hand man. A ruthless politician, he was also a loving husband, father, and guardian, and a loyal and devouted servant. With fresh research and new insights, Tracy Borman tells the story of Henry VIII's most faithful servant.