This captivating love story with a twist is perfect for escapist page-turner. A must read for fans of Louise Douglas, Dinah Jeffries and Kristin Hannah, this engrossing read makes it clear that secrets from the past never stay buried for long... 'An enchanting read...If you liked Pride & Prejudice or any of the romantic classics, you would like this.' -- Woman's Way 'I just loved it' -- ***** Reader review 'Exciting, romantic and intriguing' -- ***** Reader review 'Couldn't put it down once started' -- ***** Reader review ***************************************************************************** A NEW LIFE OF HOPE AND PROMISE COULD BE ANYTHING BUT... As the eldest of four daughters, American heiress Emmaline Nesbitt has always understood that she is obliged to wed. But no proposals have so far come her way, until at a ball in her family home she meets Julius, a handsome and charming Englishman who wastes no time in proposing to her. Shortly after, Emmaline sails to England for her wedding. What awaits her on arrival is a long way from her expectations. She is brought to a strange house full of odd guests and eccentric servants - a far cry from the fine home she was promised - as well as a very different Julius. As the days go by, her fiancé changes beyond recognition, so much so that Emmaline believes there is no future to their relationship. But that is before Julius's past, and the history of his family and background make themselves plain to her.