Althea — Madeleine Robins

The dazzling whirl of London society delighted Althea Ervine. Having spent all her young life in the country, she was more than ready for the excitement of the city -- and for the ardent attention of Edward Pendarly.

As they spent more time together, Althea found herself growing extremely fond of Edward. She couldn't understand why Sir Tracy Calendar hinted that there was something wrong with their relationship.

Althea chose to ignore Sir Tracy's warnings. Until she learned the very shocking truth about Edward. And something more shocking still about Sir Tracy....