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The Yankee Sphinx: An FDR Novel
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The Yankee Sphinx
by Mark Frost is a forthcoming title from Flatiron Books.
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3.5
“First, let me thank Mark Frost and Flatiron Books for an Advance Reader’s Copy of this book. I am voluntarily providing this review, and all opinions are my own.
The Yankee Sphinx was a fantastic novel that blended historical fiction and biography in the best possible way. Through the perspective of one of FDR’s trusted advisors, the story brings Franklin D. Roosevelt’s later years vividly to life while also capturing the immense pressure and complexity of the World War II era.
What impressed me most was how seamlessly Mark Frost combined historical fact with rich character development. The people in this story felt like real human beings rather than distant historical figures. Their strengths, flaws, ambitions, and personal struggles all came through in a way that made the history feel immediate and deeply engaging.
I also appreciated how much I learned about both World War II and the Roosevelt administration while still feeling completely immersed in the story. This book managed to be informative without ever feeling dry or overly academic.
Overall, this was a compelling and well-crafted read that I think fans of historical fiction and history alike will really enjoy.”
“The recently released Yankee Sphinx is a historical novel by Mark Frost about Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Though it is historical fiction, it has the impression of being a biography of Roosevelt's rise and serving in the longest U.S. presidency in history. The author bases much of the book on diary entries and captures the sense of being on the inner circle of Roosevelt's team and aware of his relationships. The book follows him from before he was stricken by polio until after his death by describing his funeral and then following Eleanor until her death.
I highly recommend this book. It is a 5-star read in my opinion.”
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