Outrageous: The Victoria Woodhull Saga, Volume One: Rise to Riches

"Outrageous: The Victoria Woodhull Saga, Volume One: Rise to Riches" offers a riveting look into the life of Victoria Woodhull, a pioneering figure in the fight for gender equality, economic justice, and voting rights. This historical narrative, which has captivated readers and critics alike to win 10 literary awards including three Gold Medals from the IBPA Ben Franklin, Bill Fisher, and IPPY awards for Best Historical Fiction, dramatizes Woodhull's journey from a childhood marred by poverty and abuse to her unprecedented rise as one of the wealthiest and most influential women in America. Alongside her sister Tennessee, Victoria shattered societal norms, founding the first female-owned brokerage firm on Wall Street and a newspaper advocating for women's rights. Set against the backdrop of Victorian America, the novel explores themes of resilience and defiance, as Victoria engages with key historical figures and navigates the intricacies of power and morality. Ideal for college students, this book not only recounts the history but also invites readers to ponder the complexities of social movements and the individuals who propel them forward.