COMING FEBRUARY 2022

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The remarkable, little-known story of two trailblazing women in the Early Middle Ages who wielded immense power, only to be vilified for daring to rule.

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“A brilliant reconstruction of our long-suppressed past, with all its murder and intrigue, loyalty and courage, The Dark Queens is unforgettable.”

 —NANCY MARIE BROWN, author of THE REAL VALKYRIE

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"On the one hand, a story of scheming and savagery to make Game of Thrones look tame — on the other, a genuinely important exploration of the relationship between two powerful women, written with zest and verve."

— SARAH GRISTWOOD, author of THE TUDORS IN LOVE 

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"A surprising and thoroughly riveting take on the under-explored lives of fascinating female figures of the past."

— EMILY MIDORIKAWA, author of OUT OF THE SHADOWS: SIX VISIONARY VICTORIAN WOMEN IN SEARCH OF A PUBLIC VOICE

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“These dark queens were undaunted survivors who still whisper powerful advice... Shelley Puhak has rescued forgotten biographies we should not forget.” 

— KARA COONEY, author of WHEN WOMEN RULED THE WORLD

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