Publisher's Synopsis
"Regency fans will love this book..." ANNA JACOBS Edith Backworth, daughter of the local parson, leads a tranquil life in rural Northumberland until the tragedy of Waterloo propels her into London society. Charles, Lord Whitley, is still mourning the loss of his fiancee and friends when he is thrust into the unwelcome role of executor. His life is totally disrupted by the new Lady Edith's outspoken behaviour. He would like nothing better than to throttle her! But when Edith's murderous cousin, Bertram, covets her father's new title and kidnaps her, only Charles can come to the rescue...
