The Ceaușescus: A Life of Power and Peril is a compelling historical biography of Nicolae and Elena Ceaușescu, Romania's notorious communist leaders. It chronicles their ascent from modest origins to authoritarian power, detailing an oppressive regime defined by surveillance, economic collapse, and a pervasive cult of personality. The book also examines their personal lives, family relationships, and the devastating effects of their rule on Romania. Ending with their dramatic overthrow in the 1989 Romanian Revolution, Thatcher's narrative highlights the perils of absolute power and the enduring strength of a nation under tyranny.