
A woodcutter's daughter apprentices as a healer and falls for a nobleman betrothed to another in this medieval Christian romance retelling of Sleeping Beauty.
A woodcutter's daughter apprentices as a healer and falls for a nobleman betrothed to another in this medieval Christian romance retelling of Sleeping Beauty.
Rose has been appointed as a healer’s apprentice at Hagenheim Castle, a rare opportunity for a woodcutter’s daughter like her. While she often feels uneasy at the sight of blood, Rose is determined to prove herself capable. Failure will mean returning home to marry the aging bachelor her mother has chosen for her -- a bloated, disgusting merchant who makes Rose feel ill. When Lord Hamlin, the future duke, is injured, it is Rose who must tend to him. As she works to heal his wound, she begins to ...
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Flirting, undesired advances, references to defiled women, and several kisses.
Mentions of blood in medical contexts; one sword death with evil spirits taking the body.
No profanity or strong language depicted.
No substance use depicted.
No LGBTQ+ characters or themes present.
Central Christian faith elements, prayer, and doctrinal themes throughout.
No fantasy magic or spellcasting present.
Brief mention of evil spirits claiming a dying villain's soul.
No political or ideological messaging present.
No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Pressure toward unwanted arranged marriage and unwanted romantic advances.
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