In 1586 England, sixteen-year-old Mercy Hart, daughter of one of London's wealthiest and most devout merchants, considers renouncing her family for love of Kit, a lowly actor and playboy, until Kit is accused of treason, testing Mercy's resolve.
Eve Edwards Books
Holding a doctorate from Oxford University, Eve Edwards finds research to be a significant part of the enjoyment in crafting historical fiction. She immerses herself in the past by visiting historic homes, attending medieval tournaments, and experiencing period feasts to accurately capture the sights, sounds, and tastes of bygone eras. Her dedication to authentic detail enriches her narratives, offering readers a vivid journey through history. She resides in Oxford.



The Other Countess
- 332 pages
- 12 hours of reading
England, 1582 ELLIE - Lady Eleanor Rodriguez of San Jaime - is in possession of a gold-seeking father, a worthless title and a feisty spirit that captivates the elite of the Queen's court, and none other than the handsome new Earl of Dorset . . . WILLIAM LACEY has inherited his father's title and his financial ruin. Now the Earl must seek a wealthy heiress and restore his family's fortune. But Will's head has been turned by the gorgeous Ellie, yet their union can never be. Will is destined to marry a worthy Lady so the only question is - which one . . . ?
The Queen's Lady
- 336 pages
- 12 hours of reading
In 1584, widowed eighteen-year-old Lady Jane Rievaulx enters into service in the court of Queen Elizabeth, where she meets again the dashing James Lacey with whom she was once in love, but although he cannot deny his fascination with Jane, he is dealing with the demons of war and feels unworthy of her love.