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Rachael Davis-Featherstone is a mixed-raced Black British multi-award-nominated author, literary agent and co-founder of Creative Roots Studio. She has published over twenty books, ranging from picture books to commercial fiction, and has been translated into seven languages. I Am NOT a Prince (2022) was shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize. Rachael was also longlisted for the Diverse Book Awards and shortlisted for the Inclusive Books for Children Awards. Many of her books explore authentic representation of the Black British mixed-race experience, including Oxford Blood (2025). Rachael champions diversity in literature and was a judge for the inaugural Jericho Prize. She is a Non-Executive Director for ALCS and a Trustee for English PEN. In 2024, Rachael co-founded Creative Roots Studio, which helps writers and illustrators build sustainable careers.
A smart, captivating murder mystery, packed full of twists and turns, with a courageous and fiercely intelligent heroine who asks challenging questions about Oxford and its relationship with people who, for far too long, have not felt welcome in its colleges. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller (Children's Book of the Month) * One hell of a compelling story. . . The author absolutely blew this story out of the park and I’m down for whatever she produces in the future - automatic read from me! A sure fire recommendation and I’ve just finished it but want to read it again. * Netgalley Reviewer * Loved everything about this book! The characters were great, it was quick paced and the story itself was amazing, the plot was so well done and gripping. * Netgalley Reviewer * This book has fast pacing, and lots of drama. Perfect for fans of One of Us Is Lying and Ace of Spades. A fun, tense read with a smart main character and plenty of twists! * Netgalley Reviewer * Thoroughly enjoyable from start to finish. . . What I loved most, however, were the themes of the novel - from the archaic and sickening elitism and fraternity network to the racism to the big question of whether Oxford was truly capable of change. . . This is dark academia at it’s best. * Netgalley Reviewer *
