EP.23 - Exploring America's First Murder Trial with Lauren Willig

In this episode of 'Elena Meets The Author,' Elena Bowes sits down with Lauren Willig, the New York Times bestselling author of over 25 works of historical fiction. They dive into Willig's latest book, 'The Girl from Greenwich Street,' an enthralling courtroom drama set during America's first recorded murder trial in 1799. Willig shares her intricate journey from law to writing, her fascinating research process, and the historical nuances that make this story so compelling. The conversation also explores the socio-cultural dynamics of 1800s New York and how Willig breathes life into her characters through rich historical details.00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene00:00 Meet the Author: Lauren Willig00:31 The Historical Context of 'The Girl from Greenwich Street'02:16 Lauren Willig's Journey from Law to Literature04:28 The Unique Aspects of the Levi Weeks Trial05:51 Discovering the Story Through Research12:19 Life in 1800s New York City15:54 Reading from the Prologue19:46 Challenges in Uncovering Elma's Story23:00 The Defense Team: Burr and Hamilton26:02 The Manhattan Well and Its Historical Significance30:07 The Role of Women in the Case33:02 The Quaker Curse and Its Impact37:38 Upcoming Projects and Future Works This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit elenabowes.substack.com

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