London, 1816. A name disgraced. A truth hidden. And a house where secrets whisper behind every door …
Juliet Sinclair was raised a lady—but when whispers of treason stain her family name, she steps into the shadows to clear it. Posing as a servant in the opulent home of her father’s former associate, she enters Burnham House with a false identity and a singular mission: uncover the truth behind the allegations that destroyed her family.
But the household is not what it seems. Servants vanish without explanation. Locked doors hide more than valuables. And the family she once knew has changed in ways she cannot explain. As Juliet pieces together fragments of the past, she realises someone will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried.
Struggling to maintain her disguise, Juliet finds herself entangled in a web of old alliances, buried scandals, and a trail of clues pointing to a conspiracy more sinister than idle gossip. With time running out and powerful forces closing in, she must decide how much she’s willing to risk – for the truth, and for justice.
Treading in the footsteps of Anna Lee Huber and C. S. Harris, this richly atmospheric historical mystery is perfect for readers who love slow-burning intrigue, housebound secrets, and clever female sleuths navigating dangerous social worlds.
Trope: Amateur detective, Family Secret
