This story focuses on Catherine of Braganza and her marriage to Charles II. The author concentrates on Catherine's love for her husband, who even after numerous miscarriages, stands by her steadfastly. The book covers the plague and the Great Fire of London, and the enormity of the situation to Londoners. The scene at Charles' death bed is devastating. Samuel Pepys and John Evelyn are two of the historical figures of the time that are also portrayed.
