The Plumed Serpent

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Set against the backdrop of post-revolutionary Mexico, the narrative follows Kate Leslie, an Irish tourist who becomes entwined with Don Cipriano, a general involved in a religious movement. As she navigates her feelings for Cipriano, she becomes part of the Men of Quetzalcoatl, who aim to supplant Christianity with their ancient beliefs. The novel explores themes of cultural identity, spirituality, and the clash between tradition and modernity, culminating in Kate's decision to marry Cipriano amidst the upheaval.