Keira Morgan’s The Importance of Wives is “a riveting historical drama” says the review from the judges for The Book Life Prize in General Fiction for 2024.
The Importance of Wives is a confidently written period drama with excellently articulated dialogue that feels authentic and measured. A must for those who love well written historical dramas, The Importance of Wives intricately blends fact and fiction to create a thoroughly impressive tale.
Plot/Idea:
The Importance of Wives is an authentic late 15th century romp that proves to be both compelling and dramatic. It is an absorbing and meticulously crafted tale with brilliantly observed characters and an enthralling storyline.
Prose
The Importance of Wives is addictive and captivating with well written characters and an interesting plot. Morgan’s delicate use of language contains subtle narrative flourishes that highlight the story’s romanticism and lyrical depth.
Originality:
The Importance of Wives is a confidently written period drama with excellently articulated dialogue that feels authentic and measured. A must for those who love well written historical dramas, The Importance of Wives intricately blends fact and fiction to create a thoroughly impressive tale.
Character/Execution:
Character/Execution: Duchess Anne of Brittany is a strong-minded protagonist brilliantly realized by Morgan. Anne’s burgeoning maturity and sense of responsibility come to the fore, bolstered by dynamic stretches of dialogue and great plot development.
Reviewed by The BookLife Prize, July 2024