The Foster Lover is a historical novel by Rafael Sabatini, set in the late 16th century. It tells the story of a young man, Philip de Montemar, who is sent to the court of King Philip II of Spain to serve as a page. Philip is a passionate and idealistic young man, and he quickly falls in love with the beautiful and mysterious Lady Beatriz de Montemar, who is also a member of the court. Philip soon discovers that Beatriz is actually his long-lost foster sister, and that she is being held captive by the King in order to force her to marry a powerful nobleman. Philip is determined to rescue Beatriz and win her love, but he must first overcome the obstacles of court intrigue, political machinations, and the machinations of Beatriz's jealous suitor. The Foster Lover is a thrilling and romantic tale of love, loyalty, and courage in the face of adversity. It is a classic story of star-crossed lovers, and a timeless tale of the power of love to overcome all obstacles.
By Rafael Sabatini · First published 1910 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure