Empress of the Night

In Empress of the Night, Eva Stachniak presents an intimate portrayal of Catherine the Great, narrated by the empress herself as she reflects on her rise to power and the personal sacrifices required to maintain her reign over Russia. As Catherine confronts her tumultuous life in her final hours, she navigates a landscape filled with usurpers, alliances, and the balance between love and ambition. This intricately woven historical drama offers vivid details and lyrical prose, inviting readers to explore the complexities of one of history's most formidable rulers.