“Harwood brings us vividly and convincingly into the past, as we see the whirlwind of social changes in early twentieth century England through the lives of two passionate and authentic characters.” - Jessica Brockmole, internationally bestselling author of 'Letters from Skye'Ĭlarissa Harwood holds a PhD in English Literature with a specialization in Nineteenth-Century British Literature. This parallels the spectrum in today’s protest-heavy atmosphere, lending the novel contemporary social relevance in addition to its romantic plotline.” - Booklist One interesting aspect is the novel’s exploration of the contrast in ideologies between the more conservative, peaceful suffrage groups and the militant, property-destroying Women’s Social and Political Union. “The perspective is refreshing in that the church is not the villain, nor are all the suffragettes cardboard cutouts. Paul and Lilia must reach their breaking points before they can decide whether their love is worth fighting for. They can’t deny their attraction, but they know they don’t belong in each other’s worlds. Lilia doesn’t believe in God, but she’s attracted to Paul’s intellect, ethics, and dazzling smile.Īs Lilia finds her calling in the militant Women’s Social and Political Union, Paul is increasingly driven to rise in the church.
Paul, an Anglican priest, has a big ambition of his own: to become the youngest dean of St. Lilia wants to change women’s lives by advocating for the vote, free unions, and contraception. Lilia Brooke bursts into Paul Harris’s orderly life, shattering his belief that women are gentle creatures who need protection.
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