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Ellie wins the heart of William Lacey, Earl of Dorset, even though her father is responsible for Will's family's financial problems. Court intrigue and familial obligations abound, preventing the match for most of the story. Told from multiple viewpoints, this captivating Elizabethan England period novel introduces a host of real historical figures.