‘In 50 years’ time I will be known as the brother of Gwen John.’

It seemed that women weren’t supposed to be out in nature.

If you have never seen the film Made in Dagenham I urge you to watch it.

Aethelflaed’s skills in strategy and military leadership came to the fore.

But this is Italy after all, and it becomes as easy for the reader to succumb to the enchantment as it does for the characters.