In this compelling alternate history, a secret fifth daughter of the Romanov family, smuggled out of Russia before the revolution, continues the royal lineage with dramatic consequences. The narrative intertwines the lives of three women: Veronica, Lena, and Charlotte. Veronica, an aspiring historian in present-day Los Angeles, encounters a mysterious man who may be the heir to the Russian throne. As she investigates his claim, she confronts haunting memories from her own past. Lena, a servant in the imperial Russian court of 1902, is approached by Empress Alexandra, who, after having four daughters, is desperate for a son and believes Lena can assist her. Elevated to the treacherous inner circle, Lena must navigate the scrutiny of the meddling Dowager Empress Marie. Meanwhile, Charlotte, a former ballerina in World War II occupied Paris, faces a German officer's unexpected visit. Determined to protect her son from the Nazis, she escapes the city, only to discover the officer's obsession with the fate of the Russian monarchy. As Veronica’s passion deepens and her search for the true heir becomes perilous, the connections among these three women unfold, leading to a thrilling conclusion filled with unexpected twists.
