Lord Despair
Lord Despair by Sydney Jane Baily is a historical fiction novel published by the author in September 2020. This edition features 410 pages and is presented in English. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the English countryside and Victorian London, following Lord Simon Devere as he grapples with the haunting memories of his experiences in the Burmese jungle, leaving him uncertain of his reality.
Readers will encounter Jenny Blackwood, a resourceful young woman determined to support her family after her father’s death. Disguised as a male bookkeeper, she unexpectedly becomes involved with the troubled Lord Despair, whose estate faces financial peril. The story weaves together themes of romance and intrigue, highlighting the challenges faced by both characters as they navigate their complex circumstances. With engaging characters and a focus on period detail, this novel offers a glimpse into the struggles of love and survival in a tumultuous era.
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From the lush English countryside to the glittering society of Victorian London, Lord Despair thought he’d left the worst behind him in the Burmese jungle. He was wrong!
How can a man embrace his birthright when he cannot leave his bedroom?
Lord Simon Devere returns from the Burmese War, haunted by vivid memories and powerless to know reality from dreams. He sits in the dark, incapable of believing he is truly home – and safe – in England.
How can a clever young lady support her family after her father dies in debt?
Jenny Blackwood is determined not to let her mother and sisters succumb to an unkind fate. Under the pretense of being a male bookkeeper, she soon acquires an unexpected client.
A damaged aristocrat and danger in disguise…
With the estate’s coffers mysteriously dwindling, Jenny goes where others fear to tread, into the darkened room of the unstable earl. Even greater peril lies ahead for them both, but the biggest threat to Jenny may be Lord Despair himself!
Engaging characters, attention to period detail, and passionate romance with a touch of intrigue – you’ll find it all in the stories by USA Today bestselling author Sydney Jane Baily.
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