History from a Woman's Perspective- A Book Blog

The Female Tudor Scholar and Writer: The Life and Times of Margaret More Roper Author: Aimee Fleming Genre: Nonfiction, History, Biography  Publisher: Pen & Sword History  Book Release Date: 2024 Pages: 207 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: A presentation of Margaret More Roper, an accomplished writer whose life offers insight into Tudor England and the English Reformation. Margaret More Roper may be remembered as the eldest daughter of Sir Thomas More, but she was much, much more. Well-educated, loyal, passionately pious, and a skilled writer and translator, Margaret inspired a generation and proved to Tudor England and beyond just how accomplished a woman could be. Her life provides a window into the turbulent times of the English Reformation and life at the court of King Henry VIII. In this biography, Margaret is presented in her own right and given the attention and acknowledgement she so richly deserves.     ...

     Today, I have the pleasure of interviewing author, David Cataletto. He is the author of Kings of the Coast, Montauk , which tells the story of a Native American princess who was kidnapped in New York in the 1660s. In this interview, we discussed why this event was forgotten in history. We also discussed his writing process and which parts of the book were true and which parts he used creative license. Thank you, Mr. Cataletto! What inspired you to write Kings of the Coast ?  I teach middle school history and English so wanted to teach my students about our incredible and dynamic history of Long Island, New York.    The story of Storm Lily, who was a Native American princess being kidnapped in 1660s New York, is largely forgotten. Why do you think the story is forgotten?   I think it happened so long ago and so much has changed that it might seem irrelevant to today's youth. Also, there is not much written evidence from this time period....

Anne Neville: Queen and Wife to Richard III  Author: Rebecca Batley Genre: Nonfiction, History, Biography  Publisher: Pen & Sword History  Book Release Date: 2024 Pages: 256 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: Anne Neville, often seen as a victim depicted by Shakespeare, was a powerful and influential figure in medieval England. Daughter, Wife, Princess, Widow and Queen: Anne Neville had many faces. Shakespeare presents her to us as a woman consumed with rage, bitterness and grief. He has her cursing the killer of her husband and father, before marrying him and condemning herself to despair. She rages, screams and weeps but ultimately she is shown as nothing more than a passive victim of the men who used and exploited her. This could not be further from the truth. Born into one of the most powerful dynasties in medieval England, Anne knew her worth, and her power. She was a great survivor escaping the tide of blood that consumed Eng...

Kings of the Coast: Montauk Author: David Cataletto Genre: YA, Historical Fiction Publisher: David Cataletto  Publication Date: June 4, 2026 Pages: 325 Source: This book was given to me by the author in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: MONTAUK — THE EDGE OF THE WORLD AND THE CENTER OF IT ALL       Based on true events. Inspired by a stolen princess.               A coast is thrown toward war. And two young heroes must rise.       In the dangerous world of 1600s Long Island, Princess Storm Lily and Seahawk come of age as Native nations struggle to survive the pressures of rivalry, invasion, and betrayal. When Storm Lily is kidnapped, her capture becomes more than a family tragedy, it becomes a threat, and the spark that could set the region ablaze.         As Seahawk crosses land and sea to bring her home, Storm Lily wages he...

The Lost Story of Eva Fuentes  Author: Chanel Cleeton Genre: Historical Fiction, Contemporary, Mystery & Suspense Publisher: Berkley Book Release Date: 2025 Pages: 344 Source: Netgalley/Publisher in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: A mysterious book with a legacy spanning from the beginning of the twentieth century to the present day unites three women—and their secrets—in this unforgettable novel from New York Times bestselling author Chanel Cleeton.        London, 2024: American expat Margo Reynolds is renowned for her talent at sourcing rare antiques for her clients, but she’s never had a request quite like this one. She’s been hired to find a mysterious book published over a century ago. With a single copy left in existence, it has a storied past shrouded in secrecy—and her client isn’t the only person determined to procure it at any cost.        Havana, 1966: Librarian Pilar Castillo has devoted her lif...

The Serpent’s Longing: The Naga Princess and the Himalayan Yogi Author: Namita Kumari Genre: Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Romance Publisher: Namita Kumari Book Release Date: May 29, 2026 Pages: 216 Source: This book was given to me by the author in exchange for an honest review. Synopsis: She has worn a thousand shapes and never wanted to keep a single one.         Soma is a Naga princess — a shapeshifter of the deep waters, ageless and unknowable, meant to be alone forever. Kaundinya is a yogi from the far mountains of India, who gave away everything he owned and crossed a sea with nothing but a dream of her. When he lands on her shore at the edge of the ancient world, neither of them is built to survive the one thing they find in each other: being truly known, and not wanting to be anywhere else.         For eleven stolen days, in the warm green dark, they are simply, secretly happy — talking late, laughin...