Kate Quinn Books

The bestselling author of The Huntress and The Alice Network presents a gripping World War II tale centered on three female code breakers at Bletchley Park and the spy they must uncover post-war. In 1940, as England braces for conflict with the Nazis, three distinct women arrive at the enigmatic estate where Britain’s brightest minds work to decode German military messages. Osla, a charming debutante with beauty and wealth, yearns to prove her worth beyond her privileged life and uses her fluency in German to translate enemy secrets. Mab, a determined self-made woman from a working-class background, operates the famed codebreaking machines while concealing her past and seeking a socially advantageous marriage. They recognize the potential in Beth, a shy village spinster whose talent for puzzles makes her one of the few female cryptanalysts at the Park. However, the pressures of war and secrecy strain their bond. By 1947, as Britain celebrates the royal wedding of Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip, a mysterious encrypted letter brings the estranged friends back together. They must confront a past betrayal that shattered their friendship and led to one being confined to an asylum. As they work to decode the message, they draw closer to a hidden enemy from their shared history.

1947. In the chaotic aftermath of World War II, American college girl Charlie St. Clair is pregnant, unmarried, and on the verge of being thrown out of her very proper family. She's also nursing a desperate hope that her beloved cousin Rose, who disappeared in Nazi-occupied France during the war, might still be alive. So when Charlies's parents banish her to Europe to have her "little problem" taken care of, Charlie breaks free and heads to London, determined to find out what happened to the cousin she loves like a sister. 1915. A year into the Great War, Eve Gardiner burns to join the fight against the Germans and unexpectedly gets her chance when she's recruited to work as a spy. Sent into enemy-occupied France, she's trained by the mesmerizing Lili, code name Alice, the "queen of spies," who manages a vast network of secret agents right under the enemy's nose. Thirty years later, haunted by the betrayal that ultimately tore apart the Alice Network, Eve spends her days drunk and secluded in her crumbling London house. That is until a young American barges in uttering a name Eve hasn't heard in decades, and launches them to find the truth...no matter where it leads. -- From cover flap

Set against the backdrop of the McCarthy era, the narrative explores the intricate dynamics of female friendships and the weight of secrets within a Washington, DC boardinghouse. As the characters navigate a climate of suspicion and fear, their bonds are tested, revealing personal struggles and the impact of societal pressures. The story delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and resilience, highlighting how women support each other amidst challenging circumstances.

One of Marie Claire's Best Women’s Fiction of the year! From the bestselling author of THE ALICE NETWORK comes a gripping historical novel featuring a battle-hardened English journalist and a Russian female bomber pilot who unite to track down a Nazi war criminal hiding in America. In the aftermath of war, the hunter becomes the hunted. Nina Markova, a bold dreamer, risks everything to join the Night Witches, an all-female night bomber regiment, during the Nazi invasion of the Soviet Union. When she finds herself stranded behind enemy lines, she becomes the target of a lethal Nazi murderess known as the Huntress. British war correspondent Ian Graham, transformed by the horrors of war, has become a Nazi hunter but struggles to capture the elusive Huntress. He teams up with Nina, the only witness to escape her clutches, but a shared secret threatens their mission. Meanwhile, in post-war Boston, seventeen-year-old Jordan McBride aspires to be a photographer. When her father brings home a new fiancée, Jordan is excited but soon senses danger in the German widow's past. As she investigates, she uncovers deep-seated family secrets that could jeopardize everything she holds dear. This immersive tale reveals the profound consequences of war and the quest for justice and truth.

The brand-new historical novel based on a true story from the bestselling author of The Rose Code and The Alice Network

The narrative immerses readers in the French Revolution, showcasing the experiences of six diverse and complex women. Each character offers a unique perspective on the tumultuous events, highlighting their struggles, resilience, and the impact of the revolution on their lives. Through the collaboration of skilled authors, the book captures the emotional depth and historical significance of this transformative period, bringing to life the stories of women often overlooked in traditional accounts.

The narrative delves into the treacherous world of the Borgia family, exploring their grip on power in Rome through a tale of ambition and betrayal. As the ruthless Borgias manipulate their surroundings, three outsiders become entangled in their dangerous schemes, highlighting themes of loyalty, survival, and the impact of corruption. The story promises a blend of historical intrigue and complex character dynamics, showcasing the darker aspects of human nature amidst a backdrop of political machinations.

The sequel to the bestselling MISTRESS OF ROME, EMPRESS OF ROME is a dark, dazzling, brutal novel unveiling the heart of the Empire itself

From six bestselling authors, including New York Times bestseller Kate Quinn, comes a vividly imagined anthology of stories following the lives of those in ancient Pompeii on the fateful day Mount Vesuvius erupts. Pompeii was a lively resort flourishing in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius at the height of the Roman Empire. When Vesuvius erupted in an explosion of flame and ash, the entire town would be destroyed. Some of its citizens died in the chaos, some escaped the mountain's wrath . . . and these are their stories: A boy loses his innocence in Pompeii's flourishing streets. An heiress dreads her wedding day, not knowing it will be swallowed by fire. An ex-legionary stakes his entire future on a gladiator bout destined never to be finished. A crippled senator welcomes death, until a tomboy on horseback comes to his rescue. A young mother faces an impossible choice for her unborn child as the ash falls. A priestess and a prostitute seek redemption and resurrection as the town is buried. Six authors bring to life overlapping stories of patricians and slaves, warriors and politicians, villains and heroes who cross each other's paths during Pompeii's fiery end. But who will escape, and who will be buried for eternity

In the word Anti/Hero, Hero is upside down and backwards.