Queentide is a work of fiction in the political thriller genre. It is aimed at mature readers and was penned by Donna Fisher. The book follows a subversive political group named Queentide that seeks to stop the authoritarian patriarchy that has been established in their country. Their secret weapons are Kathleen, a candidate in the upcoming election, and a senior minister’s ex-wife with access to dangerous knowledge that can help turn the tide in their favor. But to do this, they will have to overcome a violent men’s rights group that has the backing of the current government and settle the infighting that could kill their movement before it starts.

This is an explosive story set in a world that seems like a nightmare scenario but is also one that sits just on the edge of being possible in the real world. Donna Fisher’s insight into the workings of grassroots political movements is matched by her tasteful yet unflinching discussion of the real-world dangers that spark societal divides. Issues such as racially motivated violence and domestic abuse are present and addressed in the novel. The author demonstrates an immense skill in prose to weave these issues into the narrative without turning the book into a full-blown manifesto. Queentide is a very worthwhile read and uses its fictional context to open a discussion between itself and the reader about the harsh reality that women and people of color have to face in the world today. A highly recommended read for politically minded readers.

What do you say about the matriarch of modern-day feminism, whose daughter died from spousal violence while she was out saving other women? Queentide by Donna Fisher tells the story of Bodie. Her daughter died at the hands of her husband and in the presence of her little granddaughter, Insley. This tragedy radicalized Insley and made Bodie intensify her feminist freedom movement. Unfortunately, things weren’t shaping up. More laws sprang up daily to oppress women in their homes, at work, on the streets, and everywhere. It was time to upgrade the movement into a political party strong enough to run the government. A female Prime Minister and an all-women government must emerge, but everyone has agendas. From Kathleen to Lilith and Insley, will what binds them tear them apart?

Overwhelming, intense, captivating, and enlightening are some words to describe Queentide by Donna Fisher. The plot was brilliant with palpable emotions! Donna told a raw and realistic story. It was devoid of inhibitions, featuring formidable and consistent characters. I could relate because equality and safety for women across the board remain valid discussion points in today's world. Unfortunately, the pandemic further widened the gulf on equality and safety for women. Divorces rose to an all-time high while domestic violence, spousal homicide, and female subjugation soared. How can women unshackle themselves? By adjusting the next woman’s crown and banding together to form a force. Nothing can hold back determined women. However, we must strike a balance between feminism and misandry, an egalitarian society, and the quest for dominance so that we don’t become what we fight against. Good job, Donna!