Books by Clare Whitfield
“This one’s great fun. It’s a story about 1920s gang culture, with female protagonists. It’s really well written, and it’s pacy, and the characters are great.” Read more...
The Best Adventure Novels: The 2026 Wilbur Smith Prize
Alex Bescoby, Film Director
Interviews where books by Clare Whitfield were recommended
The Best Adventure Novels: The 2026 Wilbur Smith Prize, recommended by Alex Bescoby
What makes a great adventure novel? For Alex Bescoby, filmmaker, traveller and judge of the 2026 Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize, it’s the ability to transport readers to unfamiliar worlds and bring history vividly to life. Here, he discusses the six shortlisted novels, from ancient Britain to revolutionary India, exploring stories of endurance, rebellion and remarkable perseverance in the face of hardship.
