Victoria's Secret

Victoria’s Secret reveals an astonishing new side to a queen we thought we knew, and a beautiful and revitalising portrait of a woman in love. This meticulous unravelling of a 160-year-old mystery showcases Riddell at her bold and passionate best. * Emily Brand, author of The Fall of the House of Byron *
A witty, compelling, irresistible read that unpretentiously reveals a great deal about the Victorian age. -- Sathnam Sanghera, author of Empireland
Through her meticulous research and propulsive prose, Riddell reveals the women behind the crown in all her fascinating complexity. Riveting, bold, and deeply human, Victoria's Secret is an absolute joy. -- Elinor Cleghorn, author of 'Unwell Women'

Fern Riddell's quietly brilliant book explores a part of Queen Victoria’s life that history chose to forget.

It’s tender, surprising and might just change how we see her.

-- Robert Rinder, author of 'The Trial and the Suspect'