Step into a spellbinding historical mystery laced with forbidden love, ancient secrets, and a richly layered dual timeline—perfect for fans of Kate Morton, Irina Shapiro and Lucinda Riley. A mesmerising tale where the echoes of the past hold the key to the present. ✨💜

'A superb novel, tightly crafted and beautifully written. Highly recommended.' Carol McGrath

Hampton Court Palace 1530s

‘The Brandon blood is dark with lies and treachery and as it flows through my heart, my vow is this: they will all pay.’

Anne Brandon has always understood the power of a king’s patronage and, though the court of Henry VIII is a dangerous place for women, as the daughter of the king’s best friend, Anne feels safer than most. But Anne’s husband Lord Powis is tiring of her childlessness and when Henry VIII begins plotting to rid himself of a queen in his quest for an heir, suddenly Anne’s life is in danger. And as whispers of the name of her friend Anne Boleyn get ever louder, there is peril in every loose word, every forbidden conversation.

Pembrokshire Present Day

Caroline Harvey has spent years helping her grandfather, the reclusive bestselling novelist Dexter Blake, hide from his legions of fans in his home on the Pembrokshire coast. After his death, the vultures begin to circle Dexter’s fortune. When Caroline’s ownership of the house she has inherited is called into question, her research into its history reveals it was once owned by Anne Brandon who had sought refuge there. Intrigued, Caroline is determined to discover why Anne fled the court of Henry VIII.

Two women divided by centuries but joined by secrets and courage. And when a twist in their histories threatens them both with the same fate – losing the man they love – their revenge will be the same too. Because there’s no one mightier than a woman underestimated or more powerful than the need to save those they love.

Bestselling author Alexandra Walsh returns with an enchanting and utterly gripping historical mystery. Unfolding across centuries, this spellbinding tale weaves the secrets of a Tudor court survivor with the discoveries of a modern woman determined to uncover the truth. Perfect for fans of Philippa Gregory and Anne O’Brien!

Readers love Alexandra Walsh:

‘I had to keep reading, way past my bedtime. Loved every bit of this story, didn't want it to end.’

‘From start to finish I did not want to put this book down. The history in it was a brilliant story of love lost and new beginnings.’

‘Absolutely loved reading this, following all the twists and turns both in the past and present. Anyone who loves Tudor history will thoroughly enjoy this.’

‘This book is really easy to read, the writer’s style approachable and engaging and will delight fans of historical fiction. I absolutely loved it.’

‘All of Alexandra Walsh’s books are wonderful. This one was no exception. I enjoyed all the bits of history and can’t wait for the next book.’

Praise for Alexandra Walsh:

'Walsh weaves a fabulously intricate tapestry of a story, rich in historical detail.' Eva Glyn

'Alexandra Walsh weaves a perfectly crafted dual timeline tale that will enthral and delight the reader from the first words until the very last sparkling moment.' Elena Collins

'Alexandra Walsh is a master storyteller and does historical time hops so well... The plot, mixed with the Greek mythology, and characters make her latest fiction another masterpiece and one that stays with you a long time after you turn the last page.’ Michelle Rawlins