Grisly Grisell: The Laidly Lady of Whitburn: A Tale of the Wars of the Roses

Charlotte Mary Yonge, an influential English novelist of the 19th century, produced around 100 works, primarily novels, reflecting Anglo-Catholic values. Her first major success, The Heir of Redclyffe, not only marked her literary breakthrough but also funded charitable endeavors, including the schooner Southern Cross. Yonge was deeply involved in her community and edited the Monthly Packet, a magazine aimed at British Anglican girls, for nearly forty years, showcasing her commitment to education and moral guidance for young women.