Deze auteur schrijft historische fictie en non-fictie, voornamelijk gesitueerd in middeleeuws en Tudor-Engeland, en recenter in het negentiende-eeuwse Amerika. Een belangrijk doel is het ontmantelen van stereotypen, mythen en misvattingen die zich door de eeuwen heen rond historische figuren hebben verzameld. Tegelijkertijd streeft ze ernaar trouw te blijven aan de bekende historische feiten en de zeden van de tijd waarin haar personages leefden. Ze gebruikt zowel primaire bronnen als modern historisch onderzoek om haar personages tot leven te wekken.
Set against the backdrop of the United States grappling with slavery, the narrative follows abolitionist John Brown as he moves from rhetoric to decisive action, igniting tensions that lead the nation toward civil war. The story highlights the experiences of three courageous women who become pivotal figures in this tumultuous period, showcasing their strength and impact on history as they navigate the challenges of their time.
The true story of 'The King's Curse'; the extraordinary life of Margaret Pole, niece of Richard III, loyal servant of the Tudors.
A man other than my husband sits on England's throne today. What would happen if this king suddenly went mad? What would his queen do? Would she make the same mistakes I did, or would she learn from mine? Margaret of Anjou, queen of England, cannot give up on her husband-even when he slips into insanity. And as mother to the House of Lancaster's last hope, she cannot give up on her son-even when England turns against them. This gripping tale of a queen forced to stand strong in the face of overwhelming odds is at its heart a tender tale of love.
In 1464, the most eligible bachelor in England, Edward IV, stunned the nation by revealing his secret marriage to Elizabeth Woodville, a beautiful, impoverished widow whose father and brother Edward himself had once ridiculed as upstarts.
From celebrated author Higginbotham comes the incredible story of Lincoln's First Lady whose beloved sister Emily is across party lines, fighting for the South, and Mary is at risk of losing both her country and her family in the tides of a brutal war.
Focusing on the lives of strong women who defied societal constraints, the narrative highlights their remarkable contributions to history. The author combines rich prose with thorough research, creating a compelling and significant exploration of these women's stories. This book not only empowers readers but also sheds light on the often-overlooked figures who shaped the past.