Could a rediscovered map show her the way?
Present day:Robyn WilloughbyWhen thirty-six-year-old discovers an exquisite yet blood-stained Tudor map in her father’s antique map shop, desperate for a distraction from her problems, she decides to investigate. But as Robyn delves into the mystery, she finds herself caught up in a centuries-old secret – one that will change her life forever.
1569:Freida OrteliusForced to flee Holland to escape persecution, twenty-year-old uses her mapmaking skills to start anew in London. Soon her rare talent catches the eye of Queen Elizabeth, who demands Freida’s help in fighting the Spanish threat. Freida must now embark on a deadly mission, the consequences of which will echo down the ages…
A sweeping, heartbreaking read, perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley and Kathryn Hughes.
Every so often you come across a book that you know will never leave you. This is one of those books⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘… will stay with me for a long time to come and is most certainly one of my favourites.’ Reader review
adoredwhen I wasn’t reading it, I found myself thinking about it.my favourite book of the year!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I [this]… had me hooked from the first page and .. A truly wonderful read, it is ’ Reader review
Where to start! I loved this book so much⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ – I couldn’t put it down but was loathe to finish it.’ Reader review
Utterly beautiful, a real page turner!I couldn’t put it down and ended up reading it until almost 3am!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘ I took this book camping with me and was so grateful that it was on my kindle paperwhite because’ Reader review
I loved it!If I could give it more than five stars I would!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Absolutely brilliant,…’ Reader review
I couldn't put downI read it in a day⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This book was one . … it’s left me wanting more.’ Reader review
Wow!…. Simply stunning!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I was absolutely hooked right from the beginning!’ Reader review
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