The Martyrdom of an Empress is a historical novel written by Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as Sisi. The novel is based on true events and explores the life of the Empress, her marriage to Emperor Franz Joseph, and her tragic death.The book begins with Sisi's marriage to Franz Joseph and her struggles to adapt to the strict and rigid life of the Austrian...