In a violent climax of passion, guilt and betrayal, while her country hurtles towards civil war, Catherine faces an agonising choice as she makes her final, fateful decision.

‘One of the most poignant love stories I have ever read.’ Teri Heyer.

‘Tim Vicary writes well. He will be heard from again.’ Tim Pat Coogan, The Irish Times.

‘A heart-rending Romeo and Juliet tale spun against a background of the Troubles in 1919 Ireland,’ City Limits.

‘Outstanding – I most highly recommend this book to anyone who likes historical fiction, tragic love stories, or just plain good books.’ Sydney S. Smith, A Book A Day Reviews.