Charlotte M. Yonge is the author of the historical fiction "Unknown to History: A Story of the Captivity of Mary of Scotland". The novel, which is set in the 16th century, relates the engrossing tale of Mary, Queen of Scots, during her turbulent time spent in prison in England. Mary Stuart, a youthful and vivacious queen of Scotland who finds herself imprisoned by her cousin Queen Elizabeth I of England, is the main character of the book. The novel depicts Mary's efforts and difficulties as she maneuvers the complex web of political intrigue, treachery, and power conflicts via vivid narrative. "Unknown to History" is a dramatized version of Mary's experiences and inner thoughts, shedding light on the less well-known elements of her incarceration. It addresses themes of love, betrayal, loyalty, and the price of power while fusing historical facts with fictitious components to give viewers a gripping story. Readers are transported to the turbulent world of 16th-century England and Scotland through Yonge's vivid descriptions and compelling storytelling, and they gain a deeper understanding of Mary, Queen of Scots' life and struggles-a historical figure whose tale continues to enthrall audiences to this day.