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In the tumultuous post-Restoration England, the monarchy faces a crisis. King Charles II, now fatherless, has numerous bastards, including James, the Duke of York, who is heir-presumptive to the three crowns of Britain. However, James's devout Catholicism and desire to return Britain to the rule of Rome do not sit well with his subjects. Mary, James's daughter, is forced to marry William of Orange, a Dutch and Protestant candidate for the throne, against her wishes. The story explores the themes of love, politics, and the struggle for the three crowns of Britain.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Victoria Holt
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