Part of being a writer is slipping into other skins.

While the point-of-view character for my most recent novel, Médicis Daughter, is the youngest Valois Princess, Marguerite, her mother Catherine de Médicis plays a vital role in the story (often as Margot’s antagonist). That meant getting in Queen Catherine’s head and trying to understand her psyche.

Recently I was invited to go back to that sometimes dark but always interesting place, and be Catherine in a character interview for Erin of Flashlight Commentary. As we wandered through the gardens of one of Catherine’s favorite properties, Château de Montceaux, Erin asked some very thought provoking questions.  I hope everyone enjoys my answers on behalf of this powerful, crafty Queen.

Of course for more of Catherine and the entire dysfunctional Valois clan, you only need to pick up Médicis Daughter.