Prologue: "Catherine's turbulent reign began in 1762 with a military coup."
"She seized power from her husband Emperor Peter III who died soon after--in mysterious circumstances."
"Surrounded by enemies and fighting off rival challenges to her throne, Catherine's rule is far from secure."
"She seized power from her husband Emperor Peter III who died soon after--in mysterious circumstances."
"Surrounded by enemies and fighting off rival challenges to her throne, Catherine's rule is far from secure."