«Soul-searing, heartrending, and intensely romantic, this late Victorian historical takes the classic marriage-of-convenience theme to a refreshing new level, making effective use of alternating time periods, as the characters struggle to reconcile duty and loyalty with personal desire and to understand what love really is - and is not. Another exquisitely rendered, insightful romance from one of the genres stars»

Library Journal

«Millie's intellect and selflessness make her a standout among a cast of memorable characters in this expertly plotted and emotionally wrenching love story»

Publishers Weekly (starred review)

«Searing, tender, and filled with passion, [Sherry Thomas's] writing is nothing short of a revelation»

Lisa Kleypas, New York Times bestselling author