A tranquil retreat, a shocking murder, and a race against time-can Victoria uncover the truth before it's too late? A month after solving the murder of the Duke of Everton, Miss Victoria Parker is ready to indulge in a week of leisure. What better setting than the quiet solitude of the farm belonging to the brother of her assistant, James Kensington? However, the getaway comes with two conditions: Victoria and James must keep their budding romance a secret, and they must play guardians to James's eighteen-year-old niece, Dinah-a task Victoria eagerly accepts. But her decision soon turns into a nightmare. On their first morning at Kensington Farm, Captain Walter Rummings is found murdered. Worse still, the local constable casts suspicion on Dinah, causing James great distress. If Dinah's name is ruined, no worthy suitor will ever come calling, and she may even face the gallows. With the Kensington name-and Dinah's life-on the line, Victoria sets out to solve the murder of the captain, a task far more challenging than she anticipated. The man had more enemies than friends, and uncovering the truth proves more difficult than finding buried treasure. As Victoria delves deeper into the mystery, she struggles to navigate her increasingly complex feelings for a despondent James. With time running out, Victoria races to save not only her heart but also the family name of the man she cares for deeply. A cozy, romantic Regency murder mystery that will keep you guessing until the end.
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