Carol McGrath is a renowned author of historical fiction novels. She was born in Northern Ireland and developed a love for history at a young age. Her interest was sparked by exploring local castles, such as Carrickfergus, and nearby archaeological digs, where she even discovered some ancient bones. This early interest in history led McGrath to earn a History degree and become captivated by the stories of strong women who were often overlooked in history books.
McGrath's writing career has been marked by critical acclaim and best-selling novels. Her debut novel, "The Handfasted Wife," is the first book in the Daughters of Hastings Trilogy and tells the story of the aftermath of 1066 from the perspective of noble women. The trilogy also includes "The Swan-Daughter" and "The Betrothed Sister," and all three books have been successful best-sellers. McGrath's more recent work includes "The Woman in the Shadows," which tells the tale of Thomas and Elizabeth Cromwell and the story of an early Tudor marriage. She is currently working on a medieval trilogy about "she wolf" queens. McGrath's novels are known for their intricacy, depth of research, and powerful, moving stories.