Theatre of marvels

Theatre of Marvels is a vivid, powerful historical novel by Lianne Dillsworth set in 19th-century London. It follows Zillah, a young Black woman performing as the "Great Amazonian" in a popular theatre — until she uncovers the truth behind her own story and others like her. As Zillah pushes against the roles society forces on her, she’s drawn into a world of activism, secrets, and danger. It’s a story about race, performance, survival, and the courage to rewrite your script — both onstage and off.