The Faithful Lovers

Ninian Whitmead, a man nearing forty, has resigned himself to a solitary life at his Cornish estate, Polmawgan House, after a past heartbreak. His quiet existence is disrupted when a shipwreck leaves Parvati, a young Indian girl, as the sole survivor on his shores. Out of charity and growing affection, Ninian takes her in, and their bond deepens into love, leading to marriage and the birth of a son. However, their union is met with disapproval from their Puritan community, which finds Parvati's foreign heritage and customs unacceptable. As the political and religious tensions of the English Civil War escalate, the couple's future becomes increasingly uncertain./n/nValerie Anand's fourth installment in The Bridge Over Time series, The Faithful Lovers, vividly recreates the historical and cultural landscape of 17th-century England. The novel explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle for acceptance in a divided society, all while delivering a compelling narrative that blends personal drama with the broader sweep of history.