Eloisa James often shares "behind the scenes" historical research notes.
From the lavish parties and balls to the more mundane details of everyday life, James has done her research and brought the era to life. Readers have praised the novel for its attention to historical detail, which adds to the overall authenticity of the story.
by Eloisa James is the fourth installment in her celebrated Fairy Tales series , offering a Regency-era reimagining of Hans Christian Andersen's "The Ugly Duckling" . Published in 2012, this historical romance explores themes of beauty, betrayal, and self-reinvention, following the tumultuous journey of Theodora "Theo" Saxby and James Ryburn . Plot Summary: From Best Friends to Bitter Spouses
James Ryburn, the heir to a dukedom and Theo’s lifelong best friend.