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Sophie Perinot crafts historical fiction that delves into the intricate politics of royal courts and pivotal eras, from 13th-century France and England to the tumultuous 16th-century Valois court. Her narratives prominently feature compelling female protagonists, exploring their complex relationships, rivalries, and struggles for agency within patriarchal societies. Drawing inspiration from classic literature and historical figures like Dumas, Perinot employs a style that is both immersive and unflinching, often presenting history through a distinctly female lens. Her background in history and law lends a distinctive depth and authenticity to her captivating storytelling.

2012
The Sister Queens
Patient, perfect, and used to being first, Marguerite becomes Queen of France. But Louis IX is a religious zealot who denies himself the love and companionship his wife craves. Can she borrow enough of her sister's boldness to grasp her chance for happiness in a forbidden love? Passionate, strong-willed, and stubborn, Eleanor becomes Queen of England. Henry III is a good man, but not a good king. Can Eleanor stop competing with her sister and value what she has, or will she let it slip away? The Sister Queens is historical fiction at its most compelling, and is an unforgettable first novel.

The Sister Queens