When whispers surround the Duke, only one bluestocking can uncover the truth. Lady Isobella is determined she will never marry, having been disappointed by more than one gentleman in the past. Losing herself in books and surrounded by her friends, she tells herself she needs nothing more, only to meet not one but three gentlemen who each appear interested in her company. When shadows begin to pull around the Duke of Exeter, he pleads with Isobella to help him reveal the truth – but can she trust him? Amos, the Duke of Exeter, has never met anyone like Lady Isobella. Becoming more and more interested in her, he is soon fighting for her attention against two other determined gentlemen. A dark incident makes it appear as though he is less than trustworthy and surrounded by disgrace, but Amos is determined to prove himself. Can he prove himself innocent? And, even if he does, will Lady Isobella choose to accept his attentions over the others