WATERTOWN — The Armenian Museum of America, in partnership with An Unlikely Story, will host a conversation with Chris Bohjalian, for the launch of his latest novel The Jackal’s Mistress on Tuesday, March 11.
This special event will be held at the museum at 7 p.m., offering an evening of literary excitement and historical conversation.
Bohjalian will discuss The Jackal’s Mistress in a lively and thought-provoking discussion with Khatchig Mouradian, a Genocide scholar, lecturer at Columbia University, and the Armenian and Georgian Area Specialist at the Library of Congress. Together, they will explore the historical context of the novel and delve into the powerful themes of love and survival in times of conflict, followed by a question-and-answer session with the audience.
The Jackal’s Mistress is set in the Shenandoah Valley in 1864, during the height of the Civil War. The story follows Libby Steadman, a woman who must navigate love and survival when she discovers a wounded Union captain and smuggles him in a perilous journey to Harper’s Ferry. As the two characters form an unexpected bond, their story unfolds in a sweeping tale of love, sacrifice, and survival amidst the chaos of war.
Chris Bohjalian is a New York Times bestselling author, known for his diverse range of captivating stories. From historical fiction to contemporary thrillers, his books — including Midwives, The Flight Attendant, and The Sandcastle Girls — have earned him a devoted global following. The Jackal’s Mistress marks his 25th novel, blending meticulous historical research with his signature evocative prose, creating a poignant Civil War-era love story based on real-life events.
