Allison Pataki is a New York Times bestselling author known for her captivating historical fiction. Born in 1984, she is the daughter of former New York Governor George Pataki. Allison graduated from Yale University with a degree in English and has since crafted a career bringing history to life with novels such as "The Traitor’s Wife" and "Sisi: Empress on Her Own." Her work often explores the lives of remarkable women who have shaped history. Besides writing, Allison is a public speaker and passionate advocate for women's health and literacy. She resides in New York with her family.