Her Hidden Genius A Novel
Her Hidden Genius A Novel by Marie Benedict is a historical fiction work published by Sourcebooks, Incorporated on October 4, 2022. This 352-page novel explores the life of Rosalind Franklin, a brilliant scientist whose groundbreaking discovery of the DNA double helix was overshadowed by her male colleagues. Set against the backdrop of her experiences in laboratories in Paris and London, the narrative delves into Franklin’s relentless pursuit of scientific truth and the challenges she faced as an outsider in her field.
Readers will find a portrayal of Franklin’s determination and intellect as she navigates a male-dominated scientific community. The story highlights her pivotal role in uncovering the secrets of DNA while addressing themes of recognition and sacrifice. Through this biographical lens, the novel sheds light on the contributions of women in science, emphasizing the importance of their achievements in shaping our understanding of genetics.
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“Brings to life Franklin’s grit and spirit…an important contribution to the historical record.” –The Washington Post
The new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Mystery of Mrs. Christie!
She changed the world with her discovery. Three men took the credit.
Rosalind Franklin has always been an outsider–brilliant, but different. Whether working at the laboratory she adored in Paris or toiling at a university in London, she feels closest to the science, those unchanging laws of physics and chemistry that guide her experiments. When she is assigned to work on DNA, she believes she can unearth its secrets.
Rosalind knows if she just takes one more X-ray picture–one more after thousands–she can unlock the building blocks of life. Never again will she have to listen to her colleagues complain about her, especially Maurice Wilkins who’d rather conspire about genetics with James Watson and Francis Crick than work alongside her.
Then it finally happens–the double helix structure of DNA reveals itself to her with perfect clarity. But what unfolds next, Rosalind could have never predicted.
Marie Benedict’s powerful new novel shines a light on a woman who sacrificed her life to discover the nature of our very DNA, a woman whose world-changing contributions were hidden by the men around her but whose relentless drive advanced our understanding of humankind.
Also By Marie Benedict:
The Other Einstein
Carnegie’s Maid
The Only Woman in the Room
Lady Clementine
The Mystery of Mrs. Christie
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