num_pages: 239
description: A tale set in Stuart England where the kings life depends on his most loyal of subjects. Anthony Redbourn Earl of Crofton delights in his reputation as a charming rogue. Life is never quiet at the court of King James I especially with his good friend and secret lover Sebastian Hewel by his side. As an actor with the celebrated Kings Men Sebastian has his own admirers but neither man has eyes for anyone else. When a plot against His Majesty is uncovered it threatens Anthony and Sebastians charmed lives and they are dragged into the political intrigue and the race to save the king from danger. Fear that a traitor is linked to the King's Men leaves Sebastian and Anthony with no choice but to stage a very public dissolution of their friendship so Anthony can be free to be the patron of a new rising actor and Sebastian can be the prodigy of another noble. It is a dangerous game they are playing to expose the plotters and still find a way to meet in secret as Anthony is adamant that they will not sacrifice the love they have fought so hard to win. They will do whatever it takes to protect the kings life and their commitment to each other. 
language: English
title: Anthony, Earl of Crofton
publisher: None