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Book SynopsisDorset, 1625: Alice knows she shouldn't be here. She has been careful, watchful, deceitful even, to get to this point. But now the time has come, her heart is pounding with the enormity of her plan ... Alice Edwards is on her own and fighting for all that she holds dear. In a time of deadly plague, hope lies in herbs and remedies. But sickness is not the only danger. Who is the mysterious child who has fallen under her care? And how can Alice tell friend from foe when the shadow of a murder is haunting her steps - and heartache awaits at every turn? A gripping and authentic debut from a new voice in historical drama
Trade Review"Brilliant ... What a great read. I couldn't put it down! It was so well written, not only a great story full of intrigue, but also full with such a lot of historical detail. Can't wait to read more about Alice. Hope we don't have to wait too long for a sequel" -- reader review; ‘Couldn't put it down ... The detail and depth of characters are mesmerising’ -- reader review; "Great read ... I am looking forward to reading about her new life and further adventures" -- reader review;
