West Hartford, Connecticut — While many see their 70s as a time to slow down, debut author Natalie Segal has done the opposite—publishing her first novel at the age of 77. Titled Heroes of the Middle Ages, this bold and original work blends supernatural adventure, humor, and empowerment, centering on three middle-aged women whose hot flashes spark more than just sweat—they awaken incredible powers.
Heroes of the Middle Ages is a genre-bending tale where menopause meets the metaphysical. When three cousins begin experiencing unusually intense hot flashes, they quickly discover their symptoms are more than hormonal—they’re supernatural. As a mysterious killer with powers of her own begins terrorizing their family, the trio must embrace their newfound abilities, face their fears, and redefine what it means to be a hero.
“I’m a proud late bloomer,” said Segal, who finished writing the novel after retiring. “This story is about embracing your power—at any age. Women in midlife are often overlooked or reduced to a punchline. I wanted to flip the script and write a story where older women are the ones saving the day.”
Part fantasy, part thriller, and fully female-forward, Heroes of the Middle Ages is a celebration of friendship, aging, and the unexpected strength that can emerge in life’s later chapters.
The novel is now available in paperback and ebook on Amazon, Barnes & Noble.
About the Author:
Natalie Segal is a first-time author and lifelong storyteller. After a diverse career in education and technical writing, she turned to her fiction-writing hobby to serious work in her 70s. Besides doting on her four grandchildren, she birds, dances, and crochets. She lives in West Hartford and is currently working on her second novel.
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