The Betrothed
| Language | en |
|---|---|
| First published | 2004-09-01 |
| Rights | Public domain in the USA. |
| Gutenberg ID | #6490 |
Description
"The Betrothed" by Walter Scott is a historical novel published in 1825. Set in the Welsh Marches during the 12th century, it follows young Eveline Berenger, whose father is killed in a Welsh siege. Rescued by Damian Lacy, she becomes betrothed to his uncle Sir Hugo, who departs on crusade. As Damian serves as her guardian, rebel forces threaten her safety, and a mysterious prophecy warns of betrayal. A tangled web of loyalty, duty, and forbidden love unfolds against the backdrop of medieval conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)