The story is set in Northern England in the late 18th century. Erienne Fleming, a beautiful young woman, finds herself in a desperate situation when her debt-ridden, alcoholic father decides to auction her off to the highest bidder to pay his gambling debts.
However, her heart remains torn. Before her marriage, she was deeply attracted to , a dashing and witty American merchant who had previously dueled and crippled her brother. As the story progresses, Christopher continues to pursue her, forcing Erienne to choose between her growing love and duty for her enigmatic husband and the passionate fire she feels for the American. Key Themes & Style Una_rosa_en_invierno_Kathleen_Woodiwiss.epub
The protagonist, described as exceptionally beautiful and strong-willed, though she is forced into a passive role by her father’s actions. The story is set in Northern England in
The "Gaston" or rival figure, though more charismatic and genuinely in love with Erienne. He is bold, arrogant, and persistent. Before her marriage, she was deeply attracted to
A central tension is Erienne’s internal struggle to remain a loyal wife while battling her intense physical attraction to Christopher.
Erienne's unscrupulous father whose gambling leads to the central conflict. Reader Considerations
At over 600 pages, it is significantly longer than many modern romances.