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Sarah, Duchess of York contemplates her debut novel for adults, Her Heart For A Compass, and its central character Lady Margaret Montagu at home in the grounds of Royal Lodge, Windsor, England | Credit: Debbie Hare
Sarah Ferguson, a longtime author, has always been interested in history royal or otherwise.
On Tuesday, the Duchess of York announced she s writing her first novel of historical fiction inspired by the life of her great-great-aunt, Lady Margaret Montagu Douglas Scott.
Her Heart For a Compass, written with Marguerite Kaye, will be published jointly by HarperCollins Publishers and Harlequin UK on August 3, 2021. Get push notifications with news, features and more.
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Sarah Ferguson, the ex-wife of Prince Andrew, said Wednesday that she will release a historical romance novel in August.
The 400-page book, titled “Her Heart for a Compass,” dips into the Duchess of York’s family history, presenting a fictionalized story about her great-great-aunt, Lady Margaret Montagu Douglas Scott.
The book is Ferguson’s first novel for adults, though she has published children’s stories and self-help books.
I’m delighted to announce my first historical romance novel, #HerHeartForACompass, published in August by @MillsandBoon (UK) and @WmMorrowBooks (US)!
Set in the Victorian era, the book is about daring to follow your heart against the odds. Pre-order UK: https://t.co/Lv1pyfM3kPpic.twitter.com/cqz3lLT2sa Sarah Ferguson (@SarahTheDuchess) January 13, 2021