Historical Romance Author Rose Prendeville x Main Chapter

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Show by Brianna Rose

Main Chapter dips into historical romance with author Rose Prendeville, chatting all about her new novel, The Unknown Birds. Set during World War I, the story follows Charlotte Ashley, a young woman who secretly takes her twin brother’s place in the British Army. It’s a fascinating story for historical romance enthusiasts or those new to the subgenre, like Main Chapter host Brianna Rose Hewitt.In this episode of the Main Chapter podcast, Hewitt and Prendeville dive into the six years of research behind The Unknown Birds, from trips to London museums to deep dives into WWI-era war poetry. They talk about building layered, complicated characters and explore how Prendeville approached writing a bisexual character living in early 20th-century London.And, naturally, there are plenty of laughs along the way. Including Prendeville’s unwavering commitment to making sure the dog survives at all costs—even if that means giving it a truly impressive 25+ year lifespan—and the very specific double standard she has for contemporary billionaire romances versus historical duke romances.Whether you love historical romance, historical fiction, World War I stories, queer romance, or just a good bookish conversation, this 45-minute episode is your next escape.So settle in, press play, and take a bookish trip to 20th-century England. Just maybe leave your expectations about historically accurate dog lifespans at the door.Spoiler Timestamps:18:29-18:31 (Ash's relationship with her brother)20:40-20:45 (Quick slip about the couple's fate)23:40-28:30 (The characters' relationship to sexuality/sexual orientation)

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