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Finola Austin

Finola Austin
Finola Austin, also known as the Secret Victorianist on her award-winning blog, is an England-born, Northern Ireland-raised, Brooklyn-based historical novelist and lover of the nineteenth century. She has two degrees from the University of Oxford, including a Master’s in Victorian literature. Brontë’s Mistress is her first novel and is available for order now. By day, Finola works in digital advertising. Find her online at www.finolaaustin.com, or connect with her on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter.


Was The Graduate Inspired by a Brontë Family Scandal?

Finola Austin on Benjamin Braddock, Branwell Brontë,
and the Two Mrs. Robinsons.
August 26, 2020  By Finola Austin
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