The Tower by Flora Carr

"The Tower" by Flora Carr is set in 1567, focusing on Mary Queen of Scots' imprisonment and her relationships with three companions. The novel explores themes of power, control, and misogyny, highlighting Mary's struggle for the English crown. Carr portrays Mary as complex and resilient, using birds as a motif for freedom. The story invites readers to imagine Mary's potential future while reconsidering historical power dynamics.