The Tower

In Flora Carr's bold debut novel, set in 1567 Scotland, Mary, Queen of Scots finds herself imprisoned in the remote Lochleven Castle, grappling with her loss of power and the capture of her infant son. Alongside two loyal serving women, Jane and Cuckoo, and her devoted friend Lady Seton, Mary navigates the challenges of captivity while plotting a daring escape to reclaim her freedom. As the women form deep bonds that transcend class and religion, the story celebrates resilience, female friendship, and the complexities of power during one of history's most turbulent times.