Book 7: Chapter 3 Summary

Garden of Herrenhausen Palace, Hanover, June 23, 1714

Eliza arrives in Hanover and is greeted by Caroline. They ward off would-be assassins and are terrified.

Daniel discusses his travels, including the infernal devices and being attacked aboard the Minerva and explains how the Jacobites were trying to gain control in London.

Book 7: Chapter 3 Analysis

Princess Caroline becomes aware that England is becoming a political battleground and she welcomes the support of Eliza and Daniel during the mourning of Sophie. The fact that the would-be assassins have come to Hanover makes Caroline realize that her current political standing in England is threatening to certain parties, something that Caroline has not anticipated. It also shows that these people are willing to resort to anything to stop Caroline from influencing England.