Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. Cathy's First Letter. 7 June 1024, Bois-de-Bas Amelia, dearest sister-to-be, When one contemplates marriage, it is only proper to notify one's family. Lt. Harkness made the effort to see Brother John's approval for his courtship, and received a dismissive welcome; His Napes and I, wiser in the ways of the eccentric, simply stopped … Continue reading O Brother

Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. Cathy's First Letter. 24 May 1024, Bois-de-Bas Amelia, my dear sister-to-be, I am ever astonished at the speed at which new houses and shops are built here in Bois-de-Bas. When there is a need the entire community comes together in a way I have never seen in Cumbria. The community says, there shall … Continue reading Lady of the Inn

Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. Cathy's First Letter. 17 May 1024, Bois-de-Bas Amelia, my dear sister to be, His Napes returned from Mont-Havre this past Friday, presented himself to me in your cousin's parlor, and asked me to be his bride. He even went down on one knee, which was less of an obstacle to him than I … Continue reading The Banns

Armand's First Letter. Amelia's First Letter. Cathy's First Letter. 10 May 1024, Bois-de-Bas Oh, Amelia, I am so scattered I hardly know what I am writing. I have been writing you letters in my head every night as I fall asleep—for I have had no time to put pen to paper, for I am busier than ever. But am … Continue reading Friendship