The Sunday Times bestseller!

'Written with an incredible eye for detail of the historical setting, this wonderful romantic tale will earn your respect and keep you entertained' Adele Parks

'If you loved Her Heart for a Compass, you will love [this book]' Sunday Times bestselling author Fern Britton

'A rollicking, romantic tale of love and intrigue in aristocratic Victorian Scotland. Sarah Ferguson's fascinatingly detailed novel kept me turning the pages as it's very entertaining.' Dame Joan Collins

'A wonderful and colourful romance, well-researched, well-realised, and rich in historical detail. In short, another beguiling read from the Duchess of York' Lord Julian Fellowes

'Fast paced, romantic and good fun, this is a modern take on a classic period, with delightful characters to boot.' Candis Magazine

Scandals, seduction and secrets... and one woman's quest to uncover the truth. The most intriguing historical romance of 2024, perfect for fans of Bridgerton.

Wallflower Lady Mary Montagu Douglas Scott has a secret. Moving effortlessly unnoticed amongst the ballrooms and palaces of Queen Victoria, her sharp intelligence and keen powers of observation allow her to quietly solve society crimes - coming to the rescue of those whose pride and fortune are at stake.

Overlooked and underestimated, Mary finds missing money, recovers stolen jewellery and saves reputations. When she meets Colonel Walter Trefusis, an unlikely and spirited alliance is formed. But Mary has more than met her match in her sleuthing partner. As she battles the expectations of society and her family, Mary must follow her heart - whatever the cost...

'A fantastic historical mystery with plenty of passion as you would expect from the Duchess of York. A triumph' New York Times bestselling author Roma Downey OBE

'She's done it again, and I bet this one will be even more successful.' Jeffrey Archer

The instant Sunday Times bestseller! The most captivating historical romance of intrigue and scandal

About the Author

Sunday Times bestselling author Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, is also a bestselling memoirist and children's book author, film producer, and has been a spokesperson for Weight Watchers and Wedgwood china. She currently campaigns for her international charity Sarah's Trust which supports children's literacy and education globally. She works on historical documentaries and films that draw on her deep interest in Victorian history.

She was the daughter-in-law of HM The Queen and former wife of Prince Andrew, Duke of York, brother to King Charles III. Grandmother to August and Sienna and mother of two daughters, Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie. She lives in Windsor with five Norfolk terriers and two corgis.

Reviews

Readers love A Most Intriguing Lady:

'Absolutely loved this one! I devoured it in a few days. You can tell it is a great book when you order the other book in the series, halfway through reading!!' NetGalley Reader

'This is such a beautiful historical romance full of richness with this society world we in. If you loved Bridgetown you [will] love this book...Loved every page.' NetGalley Reader

'[It] is like slipping on a comfortable pair of slippers and curling up with a mug of hot chocolate.' NetGalley Reader

'A gorgeously evocative, sweeping romance, with fascinating period detail.' NetGalley Reader

'Exceeded my expectations!!!' NetGalley Reader

'I absolutely flew through this book,..The characters are engaging, the pacing brilliant.' NetGalley Reader

'Downton Abbey meets Sherlock Holmes...a brilliant book.'

'I would recommend this book to history lovers such as myself, and those that like mysteries and romance...there is something for them all here!'

'Wonderful book and researched well...couldn't put it down.'

Book Information
ISBN 9780008512972
Author Sarah Ferguson Duchess of York
Format Hardback
Page Count 368
Imprint Mills & Boon
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers
Weight(grams) 570g
Dimensions(mm) 240mm * 159mm * 35mm