Eliza Haywood (c. 1693–1756), an innovative English writer and actress of the eighteenth century, carved a distinctive niche in the early novel genre with her vivid storytelling and exploration of female experiences. Haywood was a prolific writer, contributing considerably to the development of the novel with works such as 'Fantomina; or, Love in a Maze' (1725), which captivated readers with its e...