Readers’ Favorite 5* review: ‘A fascinating insight into the lives of the rich and famous so many centuries ago.’

A mighty earl. A family man. A Howard. Four young people on either side of the Narrow Sea whose lives constantly criss-cross. Entwining them together in the manner of an intricate Tudor tapestry.

1485. Henry VII has fought and won the day, ushering in an exciting era of great change.

But what if you’re an earl who chose the wrong side?

A single, brutal battle results in a catastrophic reversal of Thomas Howard’s fortunes. Stripped of his earldom, he’s imprisoned in the Tower and barred from the magnificent Tudor court.

After three long years, he finally earns his freedom and has his sights set higher than ever. Vowing to claw his way back into the good graces of King Henry, he will stop at nothing to restore the Howard family to its former glory.

However, there are dangerous secrets from the past.

Up until now, they’ve remained concealed behind the ancient walls of castles in three countries.

In Cornwall, England, Cecily is leading a happy life while Valentine, Tristan, and Nicolas all live in France, not far from Calais.

Little by little, the deeds of the past begin to collide with those of the present, with far-reaching consequences for all concerned at Henry VIII’s breathtaking 1520 Field of Cloth of Gold in France:

“Nicolas laid his lute to one side, hardly bothering to stifle a yawn of boredom. Nevertheless, he couldn’t escape the fact that he’d agreed to take on a new wife.”

Will the secrets finally be revealed, or will the castle walls refuse to give them up?

Amazon 5* review: ‘I’ve been reading Tudor fiction for 34 years, and this book is quite unique to anything I have read before.’

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