The Wandering Queen

PRAISE FOR THE WANDERING QUEENThe Wandering Queen is a deliciously written tale that gets inside the heart and mind of one of antiquity’s most tragic heroines, with some alternative twists added in for good measure * Historical Novel Society *An intelligent, sympathetic retelling of the story of Dido, immortalised by Virgil as the irrational lover of Aeneas. Heywood incorporates the myths and legends that surround this mysterious queen and presents a narrative that is both powerful and compelling – Laura SheppersonA triumphant reclamation of the legend of Dido … Heywood brings Dido’s story to vivid life, moving from the wealth of Tyre to the dusty plains of Carthage. In so doing, Heywood weaves an engaging yarn that restores the ancient queen to her rightful place of dignity – Luna McNamaraHeywood has once again crafted an excellent mythology reimagining. With an adept and expert hand, Dido is painted as a complex, strong heroine in a story she has long deserved. Through themes of love, loss and power, Heywood has brought the ancient world back to life in a tale that is equally as heartbreaking as it is wonderful – Claire M. AndrewsPRAISE FOR CLAIRE HEYWOODA beautifully woven tale … with brilliant, confident writing, The Shadow of Perseus has illuminated the stories of ladies too often relegated to the role of villain or damsel – Claire M. AndrewsRe-energizes the Perseus myth … By re-interpreting the familiar characters in human terms, Claire Heywood gives new life and a startling new perspective to an old tale. Original and engrossing – Margaret GeorgeHeywood tells her story vividly, setting it convincingly in the period * Sunday Times *Brilliantly compelling … the perfect balance between historical authenticity and characters who I really connected with – Sarah BonnerFluent and persuasive. I admire the ambition with which Heywood tackles the subject, to which she brings freshness and verve. I enjoyed it very much – Elizabeth BuchanAn immersive, intimate take on a well-known tale. By focussing on the diverging fates of two sisters, Heywood reveals the private lives of these women to be just as compelling as the epic events unfolding around them. – Amanda BlockVividly written and compelling * CultureFly *

Claire Heywood is a scholar of the ancient world, having gained a 1st Class BA in Classical Civilisation and an MA with Distinction in Ancient Visual and Material Culture, along with two academic prizes, from the University of Warwick. Her writing is inspired by her love of mythology, her knowledge of ancient cultures, and her fascination with women’s forgotten voices. Originally from Coventry, she now lives and writes in Bristol, UK.

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