Sizzling romance with a splash of intrigue. Julia Quinn

Amita Murray takes us on a journey from the pleasure gardens of society to the dangerous streets of 19th century London, in this spectacular romantic debut by an unforgettable new voice.

Women mind their reputation if they want to marry. I dont want to marry.

As the eldest daughter of an English earl and his Indian mistress, LilaMarleighknows what its like to beanoutsiderfrompolite society.As children, sheand her sisters were wrenched from their homeand sent toEngland, never quite accepted by those who claimed to care for them.NowLilahasset herself up as hostess of an exclusive gaming club, charming the ton thatflocks to her establishmenteach night,though itshuns herby day.

One night,Ivor Tristramcomes barging through her door, accusing her of being his fathers mistress.Liladefies his expectations at every step andconvinces him tonavigate Londons rat pits and pleasure gardenswith her, in herquest to solve a violent crime.

As they set out together to uncover the truth, an irresistible passion ignites that will shake them to the core.Lila must fight to protect those she loves, yet the biggest threat is to thesanctity of the heart she has guarded so carefully all her life.