WP31: NYT Best-selling author Kate Quinn talks about the inception for the WWII Night Witch character Nina in The Huntress

WP31: NYT Best-selling author Kate Quinn talks about the inception for the WWII Night Witch character Nina in The Huntress

Author: Liz Booker - Pilot, Writer, Aviation Diversity Advocate May 16, 2023 Duration: 10:03
Send us Fan Mail In this portion of my interview with Kate Quinn she introduces her historical novel The Huntress and talks about the trail that led her to create the fierce and fearless character, Nina Markova, who she based on the Russian women combat pilots in WWII, the Nacht Hexen, or Night Witches. This is a very well-crafted and entertaining book, and the audio book is in my top ten favorites. A great pick for a long car trip. Did you know you can support your local i...

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