'Heath is carving a name for herself in historical rom-coms.' Booklist

'A wonderful read full of humour, mystery & romance. Extremely well portrayed characters.' Reader review

'Would highly recommend this author, and this book especially!!' Reader review

'There was the perfect balance of light and shade and the book's conclusion was perfect.' Reader review

Life as a duchess… Or something much more dangerous?

Constantly told her beauty and charm is all she has to offer, Lady Clarissa is intent on marrying a duke. And intriguing spy Sebastian Leatham will help her. Only first she’ll assist him with his new assignment – playing the part of confident aristocrat Lord Millcroft. Sebastian awakens a burning desire within Clarissa which leaves her questioning whether becoming a duchess is what she truly longs for…

Perfect for fans of:

Secret identity

Bridgerton

Historical romance

Praise for Virginia Heath:

'Virginia Heath's fun characters and situations will have you laughing out loud!' Sabrina Jeffries

'Filled with fabulously British banter, wit, and heart' Evie Dunmore

'The perfect mix of romance and intrigue, and the formidable central couple is sure to win hearts. This is a gem'Publishers Weekly

Don't miss the other books in The King's Elite series. Each book can be enjoyed as a standalone story too:

Book 1: The Mysterious Lord Millcroft

Book 2: The Uncompromising Lord Flint

Book 3: The Disgraceful Lord Gray

Book 4: The Determined Lord Hadleigh