In the first episode of the Indie Book Club Podcast, Cathy explores the power of historical fiction—how it reimagines the past while staying rooted in truth. From Catherine de Medici’s chilling reputation to the Tudor court’s political intrigue, we discuss how authors like Jean Plaidy, Hilary Mantel, and Philippa Gregory craft compelling narratives that blur the line between fact and fiction. We also dive into the ethics of rewriting history, how characters with outdated worldviews are portrayed, and why alternative history novels like Fatherland challenge our perception of the past.Along the way, we reflect on the role of historical fiction in shaping our understanding of real events, its ability to humanize controversial figures, and how storytelling can offer deeper insights than traditional history books. Whether you're a history buff or a fiction lover, this episode will make you rethink how stories influence our perception of truth.The Indie Books Club is a podcast dedicated to discussing books of all kinds, usually from Indie presses. We'll talk about books that make us think, chat with guests from the publishing world, and more. Hosted by Cathy Evans and brought to you by Inkspot Publishing, we aim to enrich your day with interesting arguments, unfiltered thoughts, and a few jokes!Inkspot Publishing Website: https://inkspotpublishing.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkspotpub/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inkspotpublishing/X: https://www.twitter.com/inkspotpub/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@inkspotpubLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inkspot-publishing/posts/?feedView=allProduced and edited by Taryn de Meillon#IndieBookClub #BookPodcast #BookTube #ReadingCommunity #AmReading #FictionLover #Storytelling #LiteratureLover #Bookish #WritingCommunity #Novels #Bookstagram #PopCultureBooks #podcast #publishing #literature #freespeech