Don Sebastian : $b or, The house of the Braganza: An historical romance. vol. 4

"Don Sebastian: or, The House of Braganza: An Historical Romance, vol. 4" by Anna Maria Porter is an old-fashioned historical romance that plunges into the intense world of Portuguese royalty in the 1800s. The story centers on King Don Sebastian, caught between his deep love for his family and the heavy demands of his throne, as he faces difficult choices to provide for his country. With his wife, Kara Aziek, and their daughter, Blanche, this narrative begins during a wedding in their village, where the King makes a heavy decision to reclaim his throne, knowing it will change their lives forever. This novel explores themes of responsibility, sacrifice, familial devotion and honor and the emotional impact of political turmoil. The characters are shown in their daily lives as they must face difficult obstacles.