New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Chiaverini illuminates the life of Ada Byron King, Countess of Lovelace-Lord Byron's daughter and the world's first computer programmer.
Jennifer Chiaveriniis theNew York Timesbestselling author ofMrs. Lincoln'sDressmaker,Fates and Traitors, and other acclaimed works of historical fiction, aswell as the beloved Elm Creek Quilts series. She lives with her husband and two sonsin Madison, Wisconsin.
Praise for Enchantress of Numbers
“[An] exquisite biographical novel . . . a quintessential
example of the form . . . Wholeheartedly recommended for
historical-fiction fans and STEM enthusiasts.”—Booklist
“Cherished Reader, Should you come upon Enchantress of Numbers by
Jennifer Chiaverini . . . consider yourself quite fortunate indeed.
. . . Chiaverini makes a convincing case that Ada Byron King is a
woman worth celebrating.”—USA Today
“An enchanting story about one woman’s struggle for intellectual
recognition and independence.”—People, Book of the Week
“[A] fascinating homage.”—Real Simple
“While Lovelace may not have received the credit she was due in her
own time period, Chiaverini’s novel stands as a fitting ode to one
of the greatest women in the history of science.”—Harper's
Bazaar
“Chiaverini writes captivating stories of forgotten women in
history, including that of the young math and science genius Ada
Lovelace, responsible for writing the world’s first-ever computer
code. . . . Chiaverini brings [Ada Lovelace] to life around you. .
. . Emotionally evocative and rich in detail, this historical novel
will keep you enthralled until the very end.”—Bustle
“You’ll come away from this book wondering how many other
pioneering women in science have been overlooked.”—Bitch Media
[Enchantress of Numbers] is a fascinating look at how science and
art do not stand at opposite ends of the spectrum, but rather—at
their best—work together, and bring us toward a new, undreamed-of
future.”—Nylon
“Jennifer Chiaverini is a master of historical fiction, and her
latest novel, Enchantress of Numbers, is no exception. . . . You'll
be glued to the page.”—PopSugar
“Enchantress of Numbers tells the story of [Ada Lovelace’s]
fascinating (and too-short) life. Historical fiction STEM is the
literary genre we never knew we needed.”—HelloGiggles
“This fascinating portrait of Lord Byron’s only legitimate child is
not only a picture of a time and place, but of a woman struggling
with her nature, passion, and desire for learning. Chiaverini’s
novel, with its straightforward prose, is both inspirational,
touchin,g and memorable.”—RT Book Reviews
“[An] enthralling historical novel.”—Paste
“Chiaverini once again shows her considerable skill, breathing life
into historical figures that are too little known.”—Shelf
Awareness
"Fascinating."—The National Examiner
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