The Queen's Spade

Set in Victorian England in 1862, The Queen’s Spade is a gripping historical thriller inspired by the true story of Sarah Forbes Bonetta, Queen Victoria’s African goddaughter. As Sally seeks revenge against the British monarchy for its colonial injustices, she navigates the treacherous world of court politics, alliances, and danger, risking everything—including her heart—to gain her freedom. With themes of revenge, romance, and twisted secrets, the novel explores the high stakes of a young woman's daring game in a brutal era.