"The Rose and the Thistle," by Laura Frantz
In 1715, Lady Blythe Hedley's father is declared an enemy of the British crown because of his Jacobite sympathies, forcing her to flee her home in northern England. Secreted to the tower of Wedderburn Castle in Scotland, Blythe quietly awaits the crowning of a new king. But in a house with seven sons and numerous servants, her presence soon becomes known.
No sooner has Everard Hume lost his father, Lord Wedderburn, than Lady Hedley arrives with her maid in tow. He has his own problems--a volatile brother with dangerous political leanings, an estate to manage, and a very young brother in need of comfort and direction. It would be best for everyone if he could send this misfit heiress on her way as soon as possible.
In this whirlwind of intrigue, ambitions, and shifting alliances, Blythe yearns for someone she can trust. But the same forces that draw her and Everard together also threaten to tear them apart.
I love a book with a lot of history to it, especially British history. The detail in this book is exceptional. It is well researched. The unrest in Scotland and England was so well written, you could clearly imagine it. Having to choose between, politics and religion. and the one you love makes for a very interesting story.
Blythe's character was a perfect contrast to Everard; her being the rose, him being the thistle. All the Hume brother's were perfect in their own ways, but I fell in love with little Orin, such a character. The brother's could have a book written about each of them.
Stars out of 5 : 4.5 If you love historical fiction with a side of romance, this is the book for you. Looking forward to reading more of Laura's books.
"Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc.
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