The author of the book ‘Queen of the May’ is Emily Hendrickson. ‘Queen of the May’ is the 1st book in the ‘Mayne’ series. The story is about Lady Samantha Mayne, who prefers aiding her brother George’s scientific experiments, wearing breeches, and riding horses astride. She meets Lord Charles Laverstock who is more handsome, charming and brave than she had imagined.