Alexander, Mrs.

About the author

Writing under the pen name “Mrs. Alexander,” this Irish-born novelist (1825–1902) blended romance, social observation, and a touch of mystery in works that appealed strongly to 19th-century readers. Although her real name was Annie French Hector, she became widely recognized under her chosen signature, garnering praise for stories set in contemporary society while exploring broader questions of identity, moral conflict, and human resilience. Her novels typically revolved around female protagonists navigating inheritance disputes, family secrets, or the challenges of courtship, offering an engaging mix of domestic detail and momentous plot turns. Mrs. Alexander’s narratives exemplify the Victorian penchant for weaving moral lessons into entertaining fiction, while her firm sense of pacing and well-drawn characters keep the works accessible to modern audiences seeking insights into 19th-century social mores and emotional undercurrents.