With his ancestral manor in ruins, Philippe strives to forge a new family legacy. But a relentless knave is determined to cause his downfall. 1470, Isle of Jersey. Heart-broken by his father’s death, Philippe returns home to shoulder the hereditary mantle of seigneur. Coming of age during an oppressive occupation, he aspires to reconstruct the fiefdom based on values of prosperity and compassion. Despite his misgivings, he acquiesces to the arranged marriage with the new governor’s daughter, Margaret. She brings with her a substantial dowry that will help him achieve his objectives. As love blossoms between them, life seems perfect. However, a longtime rival lurks, determined to thwart Philippe at every turn. As Philippe’s power and influence on the island grows, their quarrel escalates to new levels of treachery. When the feud turns deadly, can Philippe survive the ordeals that await and safeguard the future for his family? Betrayal of Trust is the riveting second novel in The de Carteret Chronicles: Legacy of Rebels historical fiction series and tells the story of Margaret Harleston, one of the island's heroines. If you like political intrigue, treachery, and formidable adversaries, prepare to be captivated by this true tale of bravery. The well-developed characters all had impressive personalities that explained their actions. There is never a dull moment to be found and I turned the pages without putting the book down once. The end of the story is monumental. Betrayal of Trust is a great read for historical fiction fans. ~ ★★★★★ Stephanie Chapman for Readers' Favorite The first thing that struck me about Betrayal of Trust by C.V. Lee is its well-crafted plotline that flows seamlessly. The cleverly woven plot includes diverse themes such as passion, historical events, and romance. Lee's writing style and narration are engaging and highly detailed, which makes conversations realistic and brings the characters to life. ♣♣♣♣♣ Frank Mutuma for Reader's Favorite Overall, Betrayal of Trust is a cinematically penned historical piece that gives both the grandeur and grit of 15th century living and I would highly recommend it to anyone with an interest in engaging emotive tales that bring history to life. ♣♣♣♣♣ K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite C.V. Lee was born in Texas, raised in Washington, and spent most of her adult life in California. She is married with three grown sons. Her hobbies include reading, cooking, traveling, and entertaining friends and family.