Two women. Five centuries apart. One life-changing secret about to be unearthed... 1538: New bride Eleanor impresses her husband by growing saffron, a spice more valuable than gold. His reputation in Henry VIII"s court soars -- but fame and fortune come at a price, for the King's favour will not last forever. 2020: When Amber discovers an ancient book in her grandfather's home at Saffron Hall, the contents reveal a dark secret from the past. As she investigates, so unravels a forgotten tragic story and a truth that lies much closer to home than she could have imagined...