The history behind the fiction
This page brings together selected extracts from the Author Notes in my books, exploring the history behind the stories. I discuss the historical people, events and customs that have shaped my fiction, the research behind particular scenes, and the reasons for some of the creative decisions I’ve made along the way. These notes offer a glimpse into the relationship between historical fact and imagination, and the discoveries and questions that arise when bringing the past to life through fiction.
Some extracts also explore the stories I wanted to tell and the themes that emerged as I wrote them, offering a glimpse into the creative choices behind the books.
Queen of Egypt (updated March 2021) **spoilers**
Fey **spoiler**