This historical biography chronicles the life of **Empress Alexandra Feodorovna**, the wife of Russia’s last tsar, **Nicholas II**. It explores her transformation from a shy German princess (granddaughter of Queen Victoria) into a controversial and isolated figure in the Russian court. The book delves into her struggles with illness, her devotion to Nicholas, her reliance on the mystic **Rasputin**, and her role in the downfall of the Romanov dynasty amid revolution and war. **Key Themes** - **Tragic Legacy**: Alexandra’s political missteps and fragile health alienated her from Russia’s elite. - **Mysticism & Rasputin**: Her dependence on the "mad monk" fueled scandal and weakened the monarchy. - **Family & Fate**: The intimate portrayal of her marriage, her hemophiliac son Alexei, and her family’s brutal execution. **Style**: Dramatic yet well-researched, blending biography with narrative flair.