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In Tudor England, Pippa de Lacey—a sharp‑tongued orphan and street performer—enters the world of noble intrigue when she seeks protection from the irascible Irish chieftain Aidan O’Donoghue. Aidan, poised to meet the queen, takes Pippa as his confidante and companion. Together, they navigate court politics, cultural divide, and intense attraction, each longing for a future that seems forever beyond reach. Their unlikely partnership sets off a chain of events that could change the fates of people across the realm.
Set against the backdrop of historic England and Ireland, the story blends romance and political drama, offering a fresh take on the Tudor Rose Trilogy.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Susan Childress
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