Yet another amazing journey into what might have been in the past that shapes us all. This time the rags to riches tale of a woman on the side of the road who caught the eye of the would-be king. With luck and some magic she rises to become queen. Only to have it all torn after bearing the king's heirs. The young queen must then take herself and family into hiding for their own safety. I read this book cover to cover in less than three days!