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In medieval England, the novel opens with a nation‑wide celebration of Judith’s wedding day. Her relationship with her husband, Gavin Montgomery, stirs intense passion, yet his heart is already pledged elsewhere. Alone in a remote castle, Judith must confront her feelings and the expectations of her marriage while navigating the complexities of courtly love and loyalty. The story interweaves themes of desire, duty, and personal freedom against a richly detailed historical backdrop.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jude Deveraux
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