Ophelia Field crafts narratives that delve into the complexities of human relationships and societal issues. Her style is incisive and sensitive, revealing characters' hidden motivations and inner lives. Field explores themes of identity, memory, and the impact of historical events on the present. Her prose is celebrated for its depth and literary merit.
Set in 17th-century Britain during the reigns of Queen Anne and George I, the narrative explores a transformative era marked by a group of men whose innovative ideas foster new literary and political perspectives. Amidst unexpected circumstances, their initiatives reflect the dynamic cultural shifts of the time, highlighting the intersection of creativity and politics in shaping societal change.
The scandalous true story of the duchess who became her beloved queen's blackmailer, published in a new and updated edition to coincide with the Oscar-winning film starring Olivia Colman, Emma Stone and Rachel Weisz.