A turbulent story of forbidden love in this new Civil War series - The Royalists and the Roundheads clash, and an era of unrest and instability begins. Young Caroline Saunders is also fighting with her own heart. She was destined to marry Harry Mortimer before their families fell out over the war. With their marriage in jeopardy, Caroline is startled to find that she is more upset that she may never again see Harrys rebellious younger brother, Nicolas.