No, Mab Sharpe is not a real person. She is a fictional character.
Who is Mab Sharpe?
Mab Sharpe is a central character in the historical fiction novel The Rose Code by Kate Quinn. She is one of three primary female protagonists whose storylines intertwine within the narrative.
Character Profile
- Fictional Identity: Mab Sharpe is entirely a product of the author's imagination, crafted specifically for the novel.
- Background: In The Rose Code, Mab is portrayed as a woman from a disadvantaged background, strongly driven by her ambition to escape poverty and improve her circumstances.
- Context: She is depicted alongside two other fictional women, Osla and Beth, each with distinct personalities and life paths, working at the secretive Bletchley Park during World War II.
Fictional vs. Inspired Characters
While The Rose Code is set against a real historical backdrop and features some characters who may be loosely inspired by real historical figures (such as Osla, who is noted to be inspired by a socialite who dated Prince Philip), Mab Sharpe herself is an original creation designed to explore themes of ambition, class, and resilience within the wartime setting. Her narrative arc focuses on her personal struggle and growth, distinct from any real-life counterpart.
