First published 2016
Duchess Diane finds herself teaching young Lionel about the mechanics of power when Davenant presents her with a proposition that puts her at a clear disadvantage. Meanwhile, someone interrupts Micah's mathematical research, setting off a chain of events that leads to Kaab drinking too much and making admissions that damage her friendship with Rafe. A duel takes an unexpected turn, forcing Vincent to seek employment with Diane. In this world of political maneuvering and steel, beauty masks cunning and passion often overwhelms good judgment. Foreign visitors navigate deadly games of secrets while mathematical breakthroughs threaten to upset the established order. When ambition collides with personal relationships, everyone must keep their minds as keen as their blades.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, fantasy, political-thriller
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Tremontaine
Period: 19th-century
43 pages · Kindle Edition · Serial Box Publishing
Content warnings: violence