Author Talk- Rebecca Mascull & Katherine Clements
Two up and coming authors talk about their latest books and publishing experiences in an informal friendly book club-styled discussion.
Venue- The Collection
Ticket Price- £4 (Available at Lindum Books & The Collection)
Date- Friday 6 May
Time- 7pm
Two young women authors of historical fiction who have just had their second novels published in paperback. It's always good to spot new talents at the beginning of their careers and we think these are two to watch for the future. We are planning on this being a conversational, bookgroup style event and are hoping that some of the audience will have preread at least one of the books to help the discussion along.
Song of the Sea Maid, by Rebecca Muscall- In the 18th century, Dawnay Price is an anomaly. An educated foundling, a woman of science in a time when such things are unheard-of, she overcomes her origins to become a natural philosopher. Against the conventions of the day, and to the alarm of her male contemporaries, she sets sail to Portugal to develop her theories. There she makes some startling discoveries - not only in an ancient cave whose secrets hint at a previously undiscovered civilisation, but also in her own heart. The siren call of science is powerful, but as war approaches she finds herself pulled in another direction by feelings she cannot control.
The Silvered Heart, by Catherine Clements- 1648: Civil war is devastating England. The privileged world of Katherine Ferrers is crumbling under Cromwell's army and, as an orphaned heiress, she has no choice but to marry for the sake of family. But as her marriage turns into a prison and her fortune is forfeit, Katherine becomes increasingly desperate. So when she meets a man who shows her a way out, she seizes the chance. It is dangerous and brutal, and she knows if they're caught, there's only one way it can end...The mystery of Lady Katherine Ferrers, legendary highwaywoman, has captured the collective imagination of generations. Now, based on the real woman, the original 'Wicked Lady' is brought gloriously to life in this tale of infatuation, betrayal and survival.