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‘One of the genre's leading lights.'Kirkus Reviews‘A charming historical romance.’ Holly KinsellaFrance, 1793. Revolution is raging . . . and survival is a matter of courage, loyalty and sacrifice.With only her courage to guide her, Sophie Delcourt, the daughter of a Parisian confectioner, is forced to flee the terror and bloodshed of revolutionary France, charged with protecting Antoine, a four-year-old aristocratic heir.Pursued by soldiers, betrayed by opportunists and stripped of everything but her resolve, Sophie makes a perilous journey across the Channel to England. With a frightened child depending on her, she endures hunger, exhaustion and constant threat, but refuses to abandon her charge.In the unfamiliar English countryside, Sophie’s fate is entwined with Tom Foxhill, an intriguing art collector in the service of the Prince of Wales. His courage saves her life — and his presence awakens feelings she neither expects nor trusts. Drawn into Tom’s world, Sophie must decide how much of her guarded heart she dares to risk as shadows from France begin to close in.As she struggles to rebuild her life, protect Antoine’s identity and claim a future through her own talent and strength, Sophie soon discovers that England has its own dangers — and trust can be as treacherous as revolution . . .Sweeping, emotional and richly detailed, this powerful historical saga of endurance and love is perfect for fans of Stacey Halls, Tracy Chevalier or Christina Courtenay.Readers love Rosalind Laker:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘One of my favorite period romance novels.’ Sonn⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Loved it, I could read it again and again.’ Kindle Customer⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Excellent.’ Showgirl Read more
