The setting for this book is just after the War of the Roses. I have recently read several historical fiction books on or near this era and this one was probably the best. That being said, I did grow weary of the silk industry by the end of the book. And Bennett could have done a better job at being more concise in her descriptions.
The story focuses around the two Lambert daughters who get married off after the war. Jane, who becomes Jane Shore is widely written about in other books in this era, as she becomes the mistress to King Edward IV. It was very interesting getting a new glimpse into her life as a sister and the power she had at court. Isabel became Isabel Claver and married into the silk business. This story line is unique to similar books in the genre, which I enjoyed. Isabel is really the main character in the book, as she unknowingly falls into a relationship with the king's brother, Richard after she is widowed young. The book is full of shady dealings and relationships, which is true to the period. If you like 15th century London books, this is a good one to read!
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