[Bashor] delivers his most detailed vision of the doomed queen yet . . . Overall, it’s a glorious and realistic representation of Versailles that history buffs will enjoy. A full, realistic, and completely engrossing view of Marie Antoinette’s life and times.
— Kirkus
In the bustling town of Columbus, Ohio, in January 1927, Nathan Bolton grapples with societal expectations while navigating his career and personal relationships. When the strange behavior of his childhood friend, Dr. Henry Grindle, begins raising alarms, Nathan's life spirals into chaos after a series of murders linked to their circle of friends, including the mysterious Jacob Jagger and the tragic death of fellow student and performer, Lady Sapphire. As Nathan uncovers dark secrets and faces the consequences of loyalty and ambition, he must confront his past and the relationships that shape his future.
The Bastard Prince of Versailles
In The Bastard Prince of Versailles, a factually based historical novel, a disowned gay prince struggles to redeem himself through heroism and self-sacrifice at war in 17th century France.
Who was the man behind Marie Antoinette's fantastical hairstyles? Learn about the role he played in the life of his most famous client and the chaotic and history-making world in which he rose to prominence.
[Bashor] delivers his most detailed vision of the doomed queen yet . . . Overall, it’s a glorious and realistic representation of Versailles that history buffs will enjoy. A full, realistic, and completely engrossing view of Marie Antoinette’s life and times.
— Kirkus
In the bustling town of Columbus, Ohio, in January 1927, Nathan Bolton grapples with societal expectations while navigating his career and personal relationships. When the strange behavior of his childhood friend, Dr. Henry Grindle, begins raising alarms, Nathan's life spirals into chaos after a series of murders linked to their circle of friends, including the mysterious Jacob Jagger and the tragic death of fellow student and performer, Lady Sapphire. As Nathan uncovers dark secrets and faces the consequences of loyalty and ambition, he must confront his past and the relationships that shape his future.
The Bastard Prince of Versailles
In The Bastard Prince of Versailles, a factually based historical novel, a disowned gay prince struggles to redeem himself through heroism and self-sacrifice at war in 17th century France.
Who was the man behind Marie Antoinette's fantastical hairstyles? Learn about the role he played in the life of his most famous client and the chaotic and history-making world in which he rose to prominence.
[Bashor] delivers his most detailed vision of the doomed queen yet . . . Overall, it’s a glorious and realistic representation of Versailles that history buffs will enjoy. A full, realistic, and completely engrossing view of Marie Antoinette’s life and times.
— Kirkus
Will Bashor is the author of the award-winning Marie Antoinette's Head: The Royal Hairdresser, the Queen, and the Revolution and Marie Antoinette's Darkest Days: Prisoner No. 280 in the Conciergerie. From Columbus, Ohio, Will earned his doctorate at the American Graduate School of Paris and a master's degree in Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University.
In his spare time, he reads memoirs and researches the lives of royals and their courtiers. He hopes to share his fascination with the Bourbon dynasty and its quirky inhabitants and, at the same time, weave the historical record with creative fiction. He has written articles for the Huffington Post, Age of Revolutions, BBC History Magazine, France Today, and Carine Roitfeld’s CR Fashion Book.