Madselin: Norah Lofts

In 1066, Saxon England became an enemy occupied territory, subject to the greed and tyranny of the Norman conquerors. Madselin, the young wife of an ageing Saxon Lord, found herself - in the space of a few short days - bereft of husband, land, title and friends. Her only defense against the oppressors was pride - the pride of ancient people, and of a royal descent. And to Rolf, the purloiner of her husband's land, Madselin was a challenge - an emotional challenge that both of them were more than eager to accept...