The Outrageous Oriel

Set against the backdrop of impending civil war in 1641 England, the story intertwines political intrigue and personal conflict. King Charles I's autocratic rule sparks tension as Parliament arrests Lord Strafford. Amidst trials, plots for power, and a rebellious princess, Lord Heath introduces his daughter Oriel into the court to influence the marriage of Princess Mary to the Prince of Orange. The narrative explores themes of loyalty, manipulation, and the clash between duty and desire in a tumultuous historical period.