The Darker Sides of Power

Is love truly the force that can conquer all?

A fervent Minister of War, a shrewd diplomatic Councillor of Finance, and two lovers kept apart by class divisions, wealth, and ruthless intrigue. Can their affection survive the approaching war, or will it be overcome by the demands of state and power?
For many years, Richard, a young baron, searches in vain for Willa, the woman he was compelled to leave behind. Only when he believes her dead and rises swiftly through the ranks of the court, he finally finds her in the arms of his sovereign. The very man he must, against all opposition in the cabinet, persuade to turn away from a looming war.

A perilous balancing act between peace and war, diplomacy and hatred, forgiveness and ruin.