A deadly secret. A widow's dangerous marriage. A husband's dark past.

In the glittering world of Regency England, Laura Dalwood finds herself entangled in a marriage of convenience to the enigmatic Mark Cheney, Earl of Dartmouth. As she takes on the role of mother to his young son, mysterious accidents begin to plague her, casting shadows over their newfound happiness. With whispers of Mark's involvement in his first wife's death echoing through society, Laura must decide whether to trust her heart or heed the warnings that surround her.

Can Laura uncover the truth behind the attempts on her life before it's too late? As she falls deeper in love with Mark, she must confront the possibility that her husband harbors deadly secrets. With each near-fatal incident, the stakes rise higher, forcing Laura to question everything she believes about the man she married and the world she thought she knew.