Set in 17th century England at the time of the Monmouth Rebellion of 1685
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Helena Woulfe, the daughter of a wealthy Exeter nobleman leads a privileged life. However, King Charles II's reign ends, so does her innocence. Rebellion sweeps the West Country and leaving her on the road searching for her missing father and brother after Monmouth's bloody defeat in battle at Sedgemoor. Her life is torn apart when soldiers ransack her home and the family estate is confiscated by the crown. Helena and her younger brother Henry, seek refuge with a family who take them in, but King James wants revenge. Bereft and abandoned, they go to London. Helena hopes the city will overlook their past and she can make a new life for herself, and perhaps find love.
Wonderful debut book
newEveryone who enjoys good historical novels, shouldn't miss this first book from Anita Davison. She brings to life 17th century England and sweeps you away in a great story full of emotion. Regards, Anne Whitfield http://www.annewhitfield.com Historical & contemporary author