Joanna Hickson is a British author of historical fiction, primarily focused on the Tudor and Plantagenet periods. Born in Hertfordshire, she spent her formative years in England and Australia, nurturing a lifelong fascination with history, sparked by her early exposure to Shakespearean plays. Hickson's writing style is characterized by detailed historical research and engaging character development, drawing readers into the complexities of the past. She is best known for her expansive Catherine de Valois series, which explores the lives of women within the turbulent world of the French monarchy and the English court.







