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The Rose and the Thistle
Christian historical romance
The Rose and the Thistle
In 1715, Lady Blythe Hedley's father's Jacobite sympathies make him an enemy of the British crown and force her to flee northern England. She seeks refuge at the Scottish castle of Everard Hume, a Protestant laird whose family history and political loyalties initially make them wary of one another. The Jacobite rising turns their reluctant hospitality into shared danger as faith, national allegiance, and affection pull in conflicting directions. Rich and leisurely, this historical romance suits readers who enjoy early-eighteenth-century Scotland, castle life, religious differences, bookish heroines, political upheaval, and slow-burn love stories where domestic sanctuary cannot remain separate from rebellion.
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Romantic attraction and intimacy
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Monastery Honey Tea
Honey and lemon make this tea a quiet, welcome pause.
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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Ember & Honey Toddy
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A warming pour with a sharp edge suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 1 1/2 oz whiskey
- 1 tbsp honey ↗
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 4 oz hot water
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- Add whiskey, honey, and lemon juice to a warmed mug. Top with hot water and stir until the honey dissolves.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
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