Cecilia Lynch, the illegitimate daughter of a baronet, is drawn into the web of revolution after falling in love with John Moore, a United Irishman. She is thrilled when General Humbert appoints Moore as President of the Republic of Connaught after routing the British army in 1798. Cecilia stands by her betrothed when the tide of political favour wanes. Can the lovers survive turbulent times now that John's life and liberty are endangered? Or, will powerful forces destroy their dreams and their destiny? "A likely tale ... Plot moves along rapidly ... I really liked this, and I love historicals..." MuseItUp Publishing. "Very romantic as told through the eyes of Cecilia ..." Ivor Hamrock, Mayo Co Library, Castlebar, Ireland. "The dialogue is sharp and to the point ... John Moore is the perfect martyr ... the educated aristocrat ... all fit nicely into the period." Patrick Sheridan, Balla, Co Mayo, Ireland. A semi-finalist in the 2013 William Faulkner novella competition.