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The story follows Empress Elisabeth of Austria—known as “Sisi”—whose marriage to Emperor Franz Joseph leaves her yearning for freedom. In England, Captain Bay Middleton, a talented yet destitute horseman, dreams of winning the Grand National but lacks the means. His path crosses with Charlotte Baird, a plainspoken heiress whose wealth allows her choice, and her growing affection for Bay. When Sisi joins an aristocratic hunt organized by Earl Spencer, Bay is tasked with guiding the empress on the course, sparking a shared passion that threatens Bay’s relationship with Charlotte. Set against the backdrop of nineteenth‑century England and the famed Grand National, the novel examines how love and ambition collide in the lives of historical figures.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Daisy Goodwin
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