The Promise is a work of fiction. The characters, and their names, including the venues used are fictional, except for some well-known localities and landmarks in the time period it was written. Historical references, though used with descriptive accuracy and in correct chronological order, were manipulated to accommodate the events in the story. Some euphemisms were utilized intentionally ahead of their etymology, morphology and glottochronology in historical linguistics to fit the characters' personalities. Lastly, this author has chosen to forego conformity to customary regency standards of decorum in favor of presenting strong, unconventional, and memorable characters close to her heart.
VJ Dunraven