Georgette Heyer
Georgette Heyer (August 1902 – July 1974) was an English novelist writing in both the Regency romance and detective fiction genres.
“Heyer is better known today for her historical and romantic novels, but starting in 1932 she published twelve detective novels that really deserve to be more widely read.” Caroline Cramption in the best classic Christmas mysteries.
Books by Georgette Heyer
The Grand Sophy
by Georgette Heyer
Georgette Heyer’s The Grand Sophy is a must-read book for anyone who liked Bridgerton.
“This is a true classic of the golden age, first published in 1941, with the usual country house setting and a festive house party suddenly turned tragic by a murder.” Read more...
“This book is set during the siege of Badajoz. It is the retelling of a true story of Harry Smith, who was an officer at Badajoz, who saved a 14-year-old girl and eventually married her. In fact, in later life he becomes the governor of the Cape Colony and he founds the town of Ladysmith and names it for his wife. It is a sort of nostalgia for me. It is what I grew up with, under the bedclothes in the middle of the night.” Read more...
The best books on The Regency Period
Stella Tillyard, Historian
Interviews where books by Georgette Heyer were recommended
The best books on The Regency Period, recommended by Stella Tillyard
Bestselling novelist and historian Stella Tillyard says the 19th century Regency era was, apart from the duels and empire-line dresses, much like our own – a time of war and economic uncertainty.
The Best Classic Christmas Mysteries, recommended by Caroline Crampton
Looking for a cosy mystery to settle down with in front of the fire this holiday season? Look no further. We asked Caroline Crampton, creator and host of the Shedunnit podcast, to recommend her favourite classic mystery books set during the Christmas period.
