An unexpected passion ignites as secrets are exposed in Sophie Barnes’s captivating Regency-set romance

Despite the diversions offered by Thorncliff Manor, former spy James, the Earl of Woodford, has one purpose in staying there. He must discover an encoded book that exposes a conspiracy inside the United kingdom aristocracy. And he must do so without uncovering his purpose towards the smart, appealing Chloe Heartly. The girl includes a knack for appearing wherever it really is least practical. In the collection. In the salon. And, especially, in his hands .

Someplace within Thorncliff’s labyrinth of rooms lies the journal Chloe desperately seeks. When she realizes the brooding, handsome earl can be hunting the same quarry, Chloe enters into an uneasy partnership. But in the facial skin of public danger and enemies concealing in plain view, both must determine how much they’re willing to risk to solve the mysteries from the heart.