Catherine, Lady wider Willen

While the characters and specific events are fictional, the novel draws heavily on historical research to accurately depict daily life, social customs, and the limited roles for women in 13th-century England. It offers a historically grounded perspective on the period.

A film adaptation of the novel was released, directed by Lena Dunham. It stars Bella Ramsey as Catherine and Andrew Scott as her father, Lord Rollo.

This book shares Cushman's signature style of historical fiction told from the perspective of a young, resilient female protagonist navigating challenging circumstances in medieval times. Readers who enjoy her other works, such as "The Midwife's Apprentice," will find similar themes of independence and wit.