The Love Knot
The Love Knot by Elizabeth Chadwick is a historical fiction novel published by Little, Brown Book Group Limited in 2006. This edition spans 474 pages and is presented in English. Set against the backdrop of England’s civil war in 1140, the story follows Oliver Pascal as he rescues survivors from a mercenary raid, including an orphaned boy and a young widow named Catrin. As they find refuge in Bristol Castle, Catrin grapples with her growing feelings for Oliver while navigating the challenges of court life.
Readers will discover Catrin’s journey as she seeks to learn the ancient art of midwifery from the old midwife Etheldreda, despite the dangers that surround her. The narrative explores themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for personal fulfillment amidst the chaos of war. As Catrin pursues her vocation, she must also confront threats to her relationship with Oliver, including the looming presence of dangerous adversaries. This edition offers a detailed exploration of the characters’ lives and the historical context in which they exist.
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The year is 1140 and England is torn by the strife of civil war. Oliver Pascal chances upon a village raided by mercenaries and rescues the survivors: an orphaned boy, who is the illegitimate son of the old king, and his mother’s maid, a young widow named Catrin. After escorting them to Bristol Castle, they are accepted into the household of Robert of Gloucester and while Catrin finds herself falling in love with Oliver she suffers a deep boredom at the frivolity of court life. Thus when the old midwife Etheldreda offers to teach her the secrets of her ancient art, Catrin agrees. But the midwife’s life is fraught with dangers, not least Oliver’s own personal fears which threaten their relationship, but also in the shape of two men, both killers and both of whom threaten the couple’s lives. However, Catrin is determined to pursue her career and keep Oliver and while England fights a civil war, she battles for her love and for her vocation.
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