Kerak Castle, Jordan, 1184. 

With the deafening thunder of hooves and the cries of Saladin's approaching army growing louder, the castle walls tremble as it teeters on the edge of being besieged...

In the treacherous landscape of 12th Century Jerusalem, a gifted silk weaver holds secrets that could unravel her chance at true love. 

When Aamina is called upon to craft her renowned purple Tyrian silk at the formidable Kerak Castle, she anticipates trading only in cloth. But a valiant knight's daring rescue sets her heart ablaze, leading to a forbidden romance that threatens to expose her perilous past. 

With spies of the relentless Reynald de Chatillon lurking at every turn, Aamina must navigate a maze of secrets and betrayals to safeguard her love from certain ruin. 

Will they elude the clutches of danger? Or will the flames of passion be extinguished by the shadows of deceit?

Amidst a tapestry of political machinations and clandestine desires, one woman dares to gamble everything for the promise of happiness in a realm where love is the ultimate act of defiance. 

If you enjoy Ken follett, Anna Mazzola and Anne O'Brien, then The Adulterer is for you. 

"Evocative."
"I found it such an interesting and moving story, it brought a tear to my eye."
"An excellent choice of historical backdrop."
"Very strong characters."
"5* - gripping."
"A superb prequel cant wait for the next book in the series."