This tale of love and hate in the name of God exposes many travails in 17th century England. Hadn't the English had enough of invaders, the Vikings, Normans, Picts and Scots without their world now erupting in religious mayhem? Can Richard's family avoid division? Were their decisions wise? Did either side win? Religion is shattered as families opt to support this or that faith or faction. Peace and order are themselves ripped into frenzied shreds as faith in God is torn asunder.