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Violence
Some
English Civil War period violence — skirmishes, occupation, and period conflict depicted authentically
Language
Barely any
Period-appropriate English Civil War language
Sexual Content
Some
Sexual content is closed-door
Substance Use
Barely any
Period drinking
Emotional Intensity
Some
The political divide between the protagonists and the danger of the war create genuine tension
What this book is about
Set during the English Civil War, a Royalist lady and a Parliamentary officer find themselves on opposite sides of an escalating conflict. Stella Riley's historical romance is known for its period authenticity and witty, warm romance between characters who genuinely disagree about politics.
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English Civil War violence and divided loyalties
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