Imogen Hermes Gowar
3 books
About the Author
Imogen Hermes Gowar is a British author whose debut novel, The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock: A Novel, captivated readers with its enchanting blend of historical fiction and magical realism set in 18th-century London. Drawing on her fascination with the undercurrents of Georgian society, Gowar weaves tales of ambition, desire, and the supernatural that illuminate the lives of ordinary people caught in extraordinary circumstances. A former bookseller with a degree in history from Cambridge University, she brings meticulous research and vivid imagination to her storytelling, earning acclaim for her lyrical prose and richly drawn characters. Gowar resides in London, where she continues to explore the intersections of myth and history in her writing.
Common genres
Writing style
lyrical
immersive
evocative
