Religious tension is rising across England, and Elizabeth Countess of Daverley’s peaceful country life is under threat. Rebellion and hatred are building on neighbouring estates.

The organisation Elizabeth and her husband John vowed to destroy is alive and active. As events unfold it becomes apparent that Nexus is reaching out to ensnare them.

The Daverleys are sucked back into the struggle. Separated, their love and trust in each other are severely tested. Elizabeth faces deadly enemies alone at Daverley. In London, John is locked in a vicious leadership battle that stretches his endurance and cunning to the limit.

Are they strong enough to come through? And if they do, what will remain of their love?