At
My Jane Austen Book Club, we celebrate not just Jane Austen,
but the timeless appeal of classic literature and the authors who bring that
spirit to life in fresh, compelling ways. My guest today, Syrie James, is no
stranger to our readers — her brilliant The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen
and The Secret Diaries of Charlotte Brontë have captivated many
of us. Now, with The Mysteries of Pendowar Hall, the first book
in her new Audacious Sisterhood of Smoke & Fire series,
Syrie masterfully channels the Gothic essence of the Brontës while delivering a
thrilling historical romance and mystery. It’s a pleasure to welcome her back
to discuss her latest novel, her love for classic literature, and the
connections between Austen, Brontë, and the elements of storytelling that
continue to intrigue us today.
