The Masqueraders

The book highlights Georgette Heyer's pivotal role in establishing the historical romance genre, particularly Regency romance, influenced by Jane Austen. Her dedication to accuracy is showcased through her extensive research and detailed notes on Regency life, which some critics found excessive while others praised as her defining strength. Additionally, her meticulousness is illustrated in her historical novels, exemplified by her vivid recreation of William the Conqueror's crossing into England in "The Conqueror."