In central London, a young girl finds an antique locket hidden away in the attic of her grandmother's house. The locket has the unique ability to transport her through the centuries. In a surprising twist, it sends her back to the Tudor years of London, a time of lavish courts and treacherous intrigues. Lost and confused amidst the grandeur and intrigue of the Tudor court, she crosses paths with King Henry VIII. Drawn to her unconventional spirit, wit and charm, Henry finds himself drawn to her presence and an unlikely romance begins to bloom between the pair. Over time, their initial curiosity blossoms into a deep and passionate love that defies the boundaries of time. As their love blossoms amidst the opulence of the court, the pair defy societal norms with their relationship, their bond growing stronger with each passing day.
However, the pair must face many challenges as many powerful enemies conspire to keep them apart. Many jealous courtiers and political adversaries who are envious of her influence and impact on Henry's decisions seek to try and find a way to tear the pair apart. Conspiracies abound as dark forces conspire to sabotage their love and undermine Henry's reign. Amidst the whispers of betrayal and deceit, they must navigate a perilous web of intrigue to safeguard their love.
Despite the odds stacked against them, the pair stand steadfast in their devotion to each other, forging a bond that withstands the test of time. Together, they defy convention and rewrite history proving that love knows no bounds, not even the barriers of time itself. Their bond only grows stronger, fueled by their unwavering devotion to each other. As they navigate the treacherous waters of Tudor politics and intrigue, they must rely on their love and resilience to overcome every obstacle in their path.
Just when she's decided to leave the Town, Lady Cressida Belverst is forced to marry Lord Calan Haverston, the man who coincidentally knows a way out. Agreeing to marry for all the wrong reasons, can Cressida and Calan find out where their hearts truly belong?
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It is impossible to leave the Town, but one woman is determined to escape with the help of her betrothed.
Lady Cressida Belverst has always been judged as a walking scandal. Oh, how she tries (on some rare occasions) to be proper! When her parents arrange for her to marry a rich lord, Cressida has had enough. She has to leave the Town because she will not be forced to live with a man she doesn't love. But what happens if the very man she's betrothed to is the only one who can help her get out?
Calan Haverston, the Lord of Easton, takes the risk and helps his betrothed by using his knowledge of the Town's secrets because he is as willing as she to stay free of marriage for reasons completely different. He has dark secrets he cannot share with her, and his life is not one he can likewise open to anyone. But what happens when she leaves after awakening desires he thought he has under control? And what happens when he finds himself longing for her?
Cressida goes to a completely different place, one she has only heard in stories and read in books, with hopes of finding what her heart has always longed for. But love, mystery and secrets will chase her and it will only be a matter of time before she realizes what her heart truly desires.
*This story is a standalone title in the Haverston Family series.