^ a b c d e 'Jennifer Robson.' Gale Literature: Contemporary Authors.^ 'Jennifer Robson: The most successful Canadian author you've never heard of'.Kirkus called The Gown (2018) 'A fascinating glimpse into the world of design, the healing power of art, and the importance of women’s friendships'. Kirkus Reviews gave a critical review to Moonlight over Paris, saying Robson ' delivers a dim tale devoid of moonlight'. Publishers Weekly mentioned 2023 novel Coronation Year's slow start, but noted 'Robson ramps up the action' and 'Robson adds intriguing supporting characters to the mix'. Publishers Weekly wrote that in Moonlight over Paris (2016), 'Robson's historical research is evident in her great attention to detail, adding realism to a magnetic novel that's complete with actual historical figures'. The Gown was called 'a satisfying multigenerational epic' and noted 'Robson’s meticulous attention to historical details-notably the intricacies of the embroidery work-is a wonderful complement to the memorable stories of Ann and Miriam, making for a winning, heartwarming tale'. Expert characterizations and perfect pacing are rounded out by lyrical prose'. The review of Our Darkest Night said, 'Robson ( The Gown) shines with this stellar WWII story' and 'The brutal reality and atrocities of war are on full view with devastating clarity. The Gown (2018) and Our Darkest Night (2021) received starred reviews from Publishers Weekly.

She plots her novels in advance of writing. Robson writes historical fiction set in the 20th century. She worked as a copywriter and editor in magazine and newspaper publishing. She is a former Commonwealth Scholar and SSHRC Doctoral Fellow, Oxford University. Antony's College, Oxford, where she received a Ph.D. She graduated from King's College, University of Western Ontario and St. She became interested in history when she was still a student when she was a teenager, her parents gave her a copy of Vera Brittain's war memoir Testament of Youth and she has reread it several times since. Her father was a historian and her mother was a lawyer and judge. Jennifer Robson was born January 5, 1970, in Peterborough, Ontario. Jennifer Robson (born January 5, 1970) is a Canadian author of historical fiction.

For the 36th prime minister of New Zealand, see Jenny Shipley.

The Gown by Jennifer Robson