A historical adventure book set in northern England and London during the tumultuous year of 1746.
Step into the enthralling world of the 18th-century with *Rescue at the Gallows*, an exhilarating tale of bravery, romance, and defiance. Against the dramatic backdrop of the Jacobite Rebellion, Lady Cassandra Gossiter embarks on a perilous and daring mission to save a condemned rebel, painting a vivid picture of courage and love amidst societal disapproval and personal peril.
Lady Cassandra Gossiter, known to London's high society as "Lady Barbarity" for her wit and unmatched beauty, finds herself disillusioned with the frivolity of her social circles. Seeking solace, she returns to her ancestral home, High Cleeby, in the harsh northern lands. But her quest for tranquility is disrupted by the arrival of Anthony Dare, a young, charming rebel prisoner whose plight tugs at Cassandra’s adventurous and compassionate heart.
Their destinies intertwine as Cassandra defies societal norms and risks everything to free Anthony from captivity. Their escape sparks a chain of events brimming with tension and danger, culminating in Anthony's recapture and impending execution. As the clock ticks towards Anthony's doom, Cassandra's resolve leads her back to London’s unforgiving streets, where she must navigate treachery and scorn to orchestrate a daring prison break from Newgate.
On the day of Anthony's execution, amidst a carefully staged social gathering designed to mask her intentions, Cassandra executes a bold plan. With the help of the notorious Mr. Cummings, who incites chaos to aid in the escape, Cassandra ensures Anthony’s safety, sending him off to France. Her courageous acts conclude with a profound declaration of love and an unyielding determination to marry Anthony, defying all societal expectations.
Immerse yourself in *Rescue at the Gallows*, a captivating saga of one woman's relentless pursuit of justice and love, set against the rigid societal frameworks of 18th-century England.
