Gregory was instinctually drawn to unstable eras that brought about great change because they created a multitude of storytelling opportunities. However, as a scholar, they piqued her interest because so much was happening, from the Black Death to the Wars in France and the political strife in Britain. She doesn’t know why she selected the particular eras in which her novels are set. She discovered her passion for the subject early on, which is why the author’s bibliography is littered with volumes that dissect castles and cathedrals. She grew up in Bristol, which exposed her to medieval history. Gregory’s decision to delve into historical fiction was hardly a surprise. Her time at Cambridge, both as a fellow and tutor, was particularly engaging because it exposed her to the political infighting that informed her writing. She also used her extensive knowledge and experience to train the next generation of scholars by teaching comparative anatomy and biological anthropology. The author’s academic life was rich and rewarding, taking her to places like the Arctic to study marine mammals. She was investigating the impact of environmental pollution on the animals.Īfter a while, she turned her attention to whales and walruses. She spent her post-doctoral research looking at the heavy metals in the teeth and bones of seals. Later on, she joined the University of Cambridge to pursue her Ph.D. She abandoned the field to enroll at the University of Durham. Although, she saw plenty of unpleasant practices. Gregory was a police officer for only three years.
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