b'Also Availableby Erica VetschSERENDIPITY & SECRETSb 1& SECRETS 2 d & SECRETS 3 SERENDIPITY & SECRETSSERENDIPITY SERENDIPITYAmanda Barratt, author of My Dearest Dietrichsuch a fresh, true voice to Regency romance. The The Original, engaging, and oh so romantic! Erica Vetsch brings The Lost One of the strongest offerings in inspirational historical The MARY CONNEALY, author of the best-selling High Sierra SweetheartsThe romance in years. TheAn enchanting tale . that will have [Regency] fans begging for more. and Wild at Heart series Gentleman Spy Indebted Earl Lost LieutenantGentleman Spy RACHEL McMILLAN, author of The London RestorationIndebted EarlJaime Jo Wright, author of The House on Foster Hill W Lieutenant C aptain Charles Wyvern owes a great debt to the man who saved his lifehen Marcus Haverlys father and older brother unexpectedly pass away,E van Eldridge never meant to be a war herohe only wanted to fight Napoleon the new Duke of Haverly is saddled with a title he never expected toespecially since Major Richardson lost his own life in the process. The majorsfor the future of his country. And he certainly didnt think saving the life of a peerbearand more eyes suddenly turned toward his life than a secret agent for thedying wish is for his love to be relayed to his fiance, and for the captain to look after would mean being made the Earl of Whitelock. But when the life you save is dear to theCrown can afford. her needs. But along the way, Charles learns of another obligation that has fallen on Prince Regent, things can change in a hurry. To thwart the plans of the rest of his scheming family, the duke impulsivelyhis shoulders: due to a death in the family, he is now the Earl of Rothwell.Now Evan has a noble title, a manor house in shambles, and a stranger for a bride,marries one of the Seasons young debutantes. After all, a properly raised noblewomanHis new role includes an estate in need of a leader and a trio of orphaned girls, all thrust upon him by a grateful ruler. What he doesnt have are all his memories.is meek and mild. Sequestering Lady Charlotte in the country and getting on with hisall wards of the former earl. Wyvern understands war; young ladies and properties he Traumatized from wounds incurred on the battlefield, Evan knows theres something hework as a spy should be easy. does not. As a solution, Charles proposes a marriage of convenience to the late majors cant quite remember. Its important, dangerous, andif he doesnt recall it in timewillHis new bride has other ideas. No shrinking violet, shes determined to take herbetrothed, the bereaved Lady Sophia Haverly.jeopardize not only his new marriage but someones very life. place as his wife, front and centerno hiding in rustication. As a duchess, she can useSophie is surprised to find she isnt opposed to the idea. It will help her care for Readers who enjoy Julie Klassen, Carolyn Miller, and Kristi Ann Hunter will loveher position to follow her call from God and help the lowest of society: the womenRichardsons elderly mother, and shes already fallen in love with the wayward girls diving into this brand-new Regency series filled with suspense, aristocratic struggles, and forced into prostitution because they have no skills or hope. But these philanthropic,on the Rothwell estate. This alliance is a chance to repay the captain who has done a firm foundation of faith. reforming endeavors are not met favorably in society, nor by her husband who wishesso much for her care, and a distraction from her grief. When Wyvern returns to his Two brilliantly developed characters forge a future together at b commission at sea, shell stay behind to oversee his property and wards.shed remain in the background as he ordered.Can the duke succeed in relegating her to the sidelines of his life? When hisIt sounds so simple. Until the stalwart captain is arrested on suspicion of the intersection of love and war in this compelling and immersivesecrets are threatened with exposure, will his new wife be an asset or a liability? smuggling, and Sophie realizes how much hes come to mean to her. Now she must historical romance. VETSCH VETSCH learn to fight, not only for his freedom but also for his love. VETSCHRachel McMillan, author of The London Restoration Erica Vetsch is a New York Times best-selling author and ACFW Erica Vetsch is a New York Times best-selling author and ACFWERIiCA Erica Vetsch is a New York Times best-selling author and ACFW Carol Award wnner, and has been a Romantic Times top pick for her previous books. She loves Jesus, history, romance, and watchingCarol Award winner, and has been a Romantic Times top pick for Carol Award winner, and has been a Romantic Times top pick for hersports. This transplanted Kansan now makes her home in Rochester,her previous books. She loves Jesus, history, romance, and watching Minnesota. Learn more about Erica at www.ericavetsch.com.previous books. She loves Jesus, history, romance, and watching sports.VETSCH sports. This transplanted Kansan now makes her home in Rochester, This transplanted Kansan now makes her home in Rochester, Minnesota.Minnesota. Learn more about Erica at www.ericavetsch.com.Learn more about Erica at www.ericavetsch.com. FICTION / Christian / RomanceFICTION / Christian / Romance dFICTION / Christian / Romance / HistoricalISBN 978-0-8254-4617-7 ISBN 978-0-8254-4618-4 ISBN 978-0-8254-4619-19 780825 446177 9 780825 446184 ERICA VETSCH ERICA VETSCH9 780825 446191THORNDIKE & SWANNDelicious . . . intriguing. . . . Kicks off Erica Vetschs1 Erica Vetsch is the master of all things Regency. 2 Each Erica Vetsch book is better than the last! 3Thorndike & Swann Regency Mysteries with action,LORRI DUDLEY, author of The Dukes Refuge JOANNA DAVIDSON POLITANO, author of A Rumored Fortunehumor, and the promise of romance. The Debutantes Code aught in the explosion of the Hammersmith Mill in London, Bow StreetMillstone of Doubt omeone is preying upon the street children of Regency London. They seemof the Children JULIE KLASSEN, author of Shadows of Swanford Abbey C runner Daniel Swann rushes to help survivors only to find the mill ownerS to think no one will notice when urchins go missingand even if they do, dead from a gunshotwith no sign of the killer.who will care? Theyre only riffraff, after all. L ady Juliette Thorndike is daring, brave, and exceedingly clever, but oth- While the owners daughter, Agatha Montgomery, mourns his death, sheDaniel Swann has more than enough going on with recent revelations about erwise a typical debutante from a respectable noble family. But when hermay be the only one. There are more than a few people with motive for murder.his past, an unexpected inheritance to deal with, a new role in society to live parents go missing, she discovers theres nothing normal about them. TheyveUnfortunately Daniel cant take this investigation slow and steady because theup to, and a gruesome murder to solve. This is a terrible time to add a difficult been living double lives as spies for the crown. Now its up to young Lady Juliette to continue their work. Mentored by herclock is ticking until his mysterious patronageand his job as a runner missing-persons case to his docket. Nevertheless, hes still a Bow Street runner uncle, she plunges into the dangerous world of espionage. From the glitteringcome to an abrupt end. In his frustration, it seems to Daniel that, like hisand has a job to do. He and Lady Juliette are on the case, searching shadowed ballrooms of London to the fox hunts, regattas, and soirees of country highearthly father, his heavenly Father has abandoned him. alleys and coal-drenched streets to find the lost little ones.society, she must chase down hidden clues, solve the mysterious code her par- Lady Juliette Thorndike is Agathas bosom friend and has inside knowledgeBut the weight of societys expectations plus the dynamics of power strug-ents left behind, and stay out of dangerall the while trying to balance herof the wealthy London ton, making her invaluable to Daniel. She should be ingles in his workplace threaten to overwhelm his investigation. With so many Christian faith with living a cloak-and-dagger life of lies. a perfect position to help with the case. But her trusted instructor in the art ofoutside forces working against him, Daniel will need a miracle to both appre-Nosy, irritatingly handsome Bow Street runner Daniel Thorndike suspectsspy craft orders her to stay out of the investigation.hend the villain and unravel his tangled family web. Otherwise, he and Lady her of committing the daring theft shes trying to solveand hes determinedLady Juliette obeysthat is, until the murderer strikes again, and she isJuliette may have to say goodbye forever. to ferret out her every secret.dropped into the middle of the deadly pursuit right along with the Bow StreetA multilayered Regency-era mystery with unexpected twists, ap-Can she hold him off long enough to outwit her enemies and complete herrunner. Now the secrets Daniel is keeping may mean time has run out forpealing characters, sweetly satisfying romance, and an ending worth Shadowsparents last mission? them both. waiting for!Intrigue abounds in this thrilling tale of a debutante turned spy. . . .A romantic Regency mystery, beautifully threaded with Gods grace.JULIE KLASSEN , author of Shadows of Swanford AbbeyErica Vetsch once again pens a winner! ALISSA BAXTER , author of The Viscounts Lady Novelist In this captivating conclusion to the adventures of Thorndike and MICHELLE GRIEP , Christy Awardwinning author of Riveting. . . . A diverse cast offers endless wit and fascinating,Swann, Jul Millstoneiette and Daniel face their greatest tests yetboth in solv-JAN DREXLER Once Upon a Dickens Christmas well-rounded perspectives, and intrigues that are layered and tex- ing the case and in their unfolding romance. A deftly plotted mysteryChildrenAn exciting Regency historical romance . . . with the twist of aDebu ante and a dash of romance combine in a page-turning tale . . . destined delicious mystery. . . . Completely entertaining. JOCELYN GREEN t Drawn by the Current s to delight! AMANDA BARRATT , Christy Awardwinning author oftured. Its the perfect combination for a fully satisfying mystery., Christy Awardwinning author of and, award-winning author of Softly Blows the Bugle ERICA VETSCH is a New York Times best-selling author andandDo The White Rose Re tERICA VETSCH is a New York Times best-selling author andACFW Carol Award winner, and has been a Romantic Times topERICA VETSCH Thisub sistsACFW Carol Award winner, and has been a Romantic Times toppick for her previous books. She loves Jesus, history, romance,watching is a New York Times best-selling author andShadowspick for her previous books. She loves Jesus, history, romance,VETSCH and watchingCode now makesVETSCH ACFW Carol Award winner. She loves Jesus, history, romance,VETSCHsports.transplanted Kansan now makes watching sports. This transplanted Kansan now makessports. This transplanted Kansanher home in Rochester, Minnesota. Learn more about Erica at her home in Rochester, Minnesota. Learn more about Erica ather home in Rochester, Minnesota. Learn more about Erica atericavetsch.com.ericavetsch.com. ericavetsch.com.FICTION / Christian / Romance / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance / Historical FICTION / Christian / Romance / HistoricalISBN 978-0-8254-4713-6 ISBN 978-0-8254-4714-3 ISBN 978-0-8254-4715-09 780825 447136 ERICA VETSCH ERICA VETSCH ERICA VETSCH9 780825 447143 9 780825 447150kregel.com | 7'