This is one of the most enjoyable historical romances I’ve ever read. The fictional characters are well drawn and interesting, and the historical ones anchor the story. Instead of bemoaning the destruction, the authors present the valor, the resilience, and the skills of their protagonists. There is also a neat twist at the end which history buffs may see coming, but most readers will find an elegant surprise. I just wish Edge Books had included bio-blurbs about the authors, and that the authors had provided an explanation of their research and which elements were historical, which fictional. ~~ Chris R. Paige