Mistress of Astington — Sylvia Thorpe

Almost from the moment they met, the young widow, Lady Roxwell, and the dashing Lord Hendreth were at each other's throats. It is true Lord Hendreth was a cynical man with an overbearing manner, but Lady Roxwell was herself quite a challenge.

She had come to England, to her husband's estate, to care for his wards, a lively flock of young ones desperately in need of discipline. She was doing rather well when Hendreth, their newly appointed guardian, began to mix into the matter. After a most unfortunate love affair in Italy, Lady, Roxwell distrusted all men. Especially Hendreth.

But a new and unexpected look at her faithless former love gave her new eyes to see the man who now filled her every thought.