John Stockley Pomeroy operates in the shadows as both secret agent and con artist. President Theodore Roosevelt has given him a delicate mission that could reshape international relations. A scandal threatens to erupt involving King Edward VII and a captivating American woman who trades in secrets and seduction. Pomeroy must navigate the treacherous waters of early twentieth century diplomacy where one wrong move could ignite tensions between nations. The beautiful adventuress holds cards that could topple governments, and Pomeroy finds himself racing against time to contain the damage. Political intrigue collides with personal desire as he works to prevent a crisis that would embarrass both the American presidency and the British crown. The stakes climb higher with each revelation, forcing Pomeroy to use every trick in his arsenal of deception and espionage.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, 20th-century, adventure, espionage, political-thriller
Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, political-intrigue
Setting: America, Britain
Period: Early 20th Century
Hardcover · Arbor House Pub Co