Sonia Purnell Books in Order

Sonia Purnell traces Boris Johnson's upbringing, journalism and rise to become mayor of London. Drawing on their time working together, she examines the ambition, public persona and personal contradictions behind his political career.

Clementine Churchill's life emerges through her difficult childhood and marriage to Winston Churchill. Sonia Purnell examines her influence as confidante and adviser, alongside the strains that political service placed on her family and health.

American Virginia Hall becomes an undercover agent in occupied France during World War II. Despite a prosthetic leg and relentless pursuit by the Gestapo, she builds resistance networks and helps organize operations against Nazi forces.

This illustrated, abridged biography follows Clementine Churchill from an insecure aristocratic childhood into her marriage to Winston. Photographs accompany an account of her personal life and the support she provided during his political career.

Pamela Harriman’s life unfolds through wartime diplomacy, influential relationships, and decades near the center of power. Following her work for Britain and America, this biography examines how her political influence helped shape leaders, parties, and international affairs.