Nigel Pickford

Nigel Pickford is a British historian and author. His book Lady Bette and the Murder of Mr Thynn tells the extraordinary true story of Lady Elizabeth Percy and the assassination of her husband Thomas Thynn in 1682, a sensational case that gripped Restoration London. Pickford brings meticulous research and vivid storytelling to this tale of ambition, violence, and intrigue among the Restoration aristocracy. His writing makes the period come alive with authentic detail and compelling human drama. Available as an audiobook and in print, Lady Bette appeals to readers and listeners who enjoy true crime, Restoration history, and stories of the remarkable women who navigated a world designed to control them.