Seventeenth century restoration England - Barbara Palmer, nee Villiers, followed in her ancestor's footsteps by becoming a king's favourite and lover. She enjoyed power at the Stuart court that Charles' wife Catherine of Braganza could only wish for and while the royal marriage remained childless Barbara bore Charles II at least five children who were recognised and given titles, most of which still exist today. But a mistress is not ever wholly secure...
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