In 1849, a celebrated French beauty-and British spy-risks her life to expose smugglers with the help of a dashing earl. But it's her heart that's in danger when the local gentry spread gossip of their illicit partnership. Because beneath the veil of secrecy lies a very true passion.

"Adele Ashworth has a fine future ahead of her." -"Romantic Times"

"Exquisitely written and brimming with emotion." -Julie Quinn