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Mercy Franklin’s appointment as governess to the niece of the new Earl of Ashby places her in the heart of a county rife with intrigue. The Earl’s elder brothers’ sudden deaths spark whispers of a hidden danger that threatens the family’s future. As Mercy navigates the expectations of her new role, she finds herself drawn into the mysterious circumstances surrounding the Earl’s lineage.
Set against the backdrop of Regency society, the story explores themes of duty, secrecy, and the pursuit of truth within the rigid structures of class and gender. Mercy’s interactions with the siblings of the Earl and the estate’s servants reveal unexpected connections that challenge the conventions of her vocation and the expectations of her new employers.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Margo Maguire
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