London, Easter 1668: Riots have broken out, ostensibly over religious freedom, but gangs of men have turned to attacking brothels and sex workers in a fit of curdled righteousness.
In Moorfields, Damaris Page, legendary “crafty bawd”, barricades her door and bides her time.
Across the city, William Nell cuts his hair, binds his breasts, and heads to Moorfields on a rescue mission...