The Eights

The Eights – A Powerful Historical Novel of Friendship, Feminism, and Post-War Resilience

The Eights is a moving and unforgettable historical fiction novel set at Oxford University in 1920, as the first class of women is officially admitted. In the shadow of World War I, four pioneering young women form an unlikely but unbreakable bond that will shape their futures—and challenge the limits of what society expects of them.

Four Women. One Historic Moment. A Lifelong Bond.

💫 Beatrice, Dora, Marianne, and Otto—known as The Eights—are the first generation of female Oxford students. Each arrives with dreams, trauma, secrets, and ambition:

• Dora, who lost her fiancé and brother in the war, seeks purpose in their place

• Beatrice, the daughter of a famous suffragette, aims to carve out her own legacy

• Otto, a former nurse and socialite, wants to forget the horrors she’s seen

• Marianne, the quietest of the group, hides a secret that could ruin everything

As they navigate the elite academic world, face sexism, loss, and the lingering effects of war, these four women discover the true power of female friendship, identity, and resilience.

For Fans of Tracy Chevalier, Kate Quinn, and Kristin Hannah

The Eights is a heartfelt and empowering story about women making history, finding their voices, and standing together in a world determined to keep them out.