In the third Friarsgate Inheritance novel, New York Times bestselling author Bertrice Small takes us back to the sensuality, drama, and intrigue of King Henry's sixteenth-century court to tell the story of the daughter of one of her most beloved characters. The eldest child of Rosamund Bolton and heiress to the Friarsgate manor, Philippa Meredith is devastated when she discovers that the man she sought to marry has rebuffed her. But it is this sudden change of fortune that sweeps the spirited beauty back to her place in the court of Queen Katherine of Aragon—and into the arms of Crispin St. Clair, the Earl of Witton. But when Philippa stumbles onto a plot to assassinate King Henry VIII, their very love is tested as they attempt to unmask those who are plotting to tear the royal court asunder. Best-seller Small continues her Friarsgate Inheritance series by focusing on Philippa, Rosamund Bolton's willful eldest daughter, who couldn't care less about her mother's beloved estate. Even though she is destined to inherit Friarsgate, Philippa prefers to spend her time at court serving as one of Queen Katherine's maids of honor. When Philippa's fiance, Giles Fitzhugh, unexpectedly breaks their engagement, King Henry VIII and Queen Katherine send Philippa back to Friarsgate, mistakenly thinking she needs time for her wounded affections to heal. Fortunately, one of Philippa's favorite relatives soon arranges a new match with Crispin St. Clair. At first Philippa is certain she can convince Crispin to allow her to continue her service to the queen, but she soon discovers that she prefers spending time with her sexy, soon-to-be-husband rather than dallying at court. Brimming with colorful characters and rich in historical detail, Small's boldly sensual love story is certain to please her many devoted readers. John Charles Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved Praise for the Friarsgate Inheritance series   “Full of historical detail, political intrigue and lots of steamy, enthusiastic sex...Should please Small’s many fans.”— Publishers Weekly   “Brimming with colorful characters and rich in historical detail, Small’s boldly sensual love story is certain to please her many devoted readers.”— Booklist   “Fascinating [and] intriguing.”—Affaire de Coeur   “Bertrice Small fans will take immense pleasure with her latest heated historical romance...a fine sixteenth century romance with a strong cast caught in the maelstrom of momentous happenings.”—The Best Reviews   “Small cleverly uses the monumental sixteenth century events to tell her story of love.”—Midwest Book Review   “Wickedly spicy, historically accurate...an enthralling saga that is impossible to put down! This novel is worth every one of its five Blue Ribbon rating, and everyone needs a copy!”—Romance Junkies   “With her keen knowledge of history and the ability to craft a vividly colored backdrop, Small evokes the era and brings her characters to life. This is everything her fans could ever want.”— RT Book Reviews Bertrice Small  was the  New York Times  bestselling author of more than fifty novels. Among her numerous awards, she was the recipient of the RWA Nora Roberts Lifetime Achievement Award. She lived on the North Fork of the eastern end of Long Island, New York, until her death in 2015.