In the bustling streets of Tudor London, Moire Noble appears to be an ordinary daughter of a modest Scottish family. Yet, her reality is peppered with secrets far more enchanting. Gifted with the mystic power to glimpse the future, Moire treads carefully to protect her extraordinary ability, lest she meet the tragic fate that befell her mother—accused of witchcraft and condemned to the flames.
Years have veiled Moire's unique talent, but as her twin sister Lili's engagement festivities beckon, the threads of her existence unravel. Bound to leave the sanctuary of her home and kin, Moire is thrust into a world teeming with unfamiliar faces and uncharted desires. A vision of impending doom at Lili's betrothal soirée compels Moire to take action, altering the course of fate.
Thomas Astley is a man whose allure is as captivating as it is perilous. Drawn to Moire's spirited demeanor and quick wit, Thomas becomes an unexpected ally—unaware that his pursuit of her mysteries jeopardizes not only her future but also her very heart.
As their lives intertwine amidst the grandeur and treachery of Tudor courtly affairs, Moire must navigate her precarious secrets while guarding against a love that threatens to consume them both. In this era of opulence and intrigue, will Moire's premonitions guide them toward salvation or plunge them into an inescapable abyss? Only time will tell, as passion and danger entwine in a tale of romance that defies all odds.
USA Today Bestselling author Amanda Mariel dreams of days gone by when life moved at a slower pace. She enjoys taking pen to paper and exploring historical time periods through her imagination and the written word. When she is not writing she can be found reading, crocheting, traveling, practicing her photography skills, or spending time with her family.