Deadly Engagement

In the vibrant spring of 1763, Alec Halsey finds himself unexpectedly drawn back to London, only to confront the unsettling aftermath of his estranged brother's murder. Grappling with the turmoil of family ties and the specter of an unresolved past, he is thrust into a dangerous investigation that reveals both secrets and alliances he never anticipated. As a career diplomat, Alec's life is already steeped in intrigue, but this personal crisis pushes him into a world of peril disguised as genteel society.

As he navigates the treacherous waters of high society and political machinations, Alec soon realizes that dangers lurk behind every smile and in the shadows of genteel parlors. With a blend of suspense and rich historical detail, the narrative explores not only the sophistication of 18th-century London but also the complexities of brotherly loyalty, love, and the quest for justice amidst betrayal.