Merely a Mister — Sherry Lynn Ferguson

Can a marquis ever be 'merely a mister'? Myles Trent, Marquis of Hayden and heir to the wealthy Duke of Braughton, is soon to find out. When illness curtails his Continental tour, Lord Hayden retreats to England's bucolic lake country. Finding unanticipated refuge in the home of Everett Whyte and his charming daughter, Anne Hayden finds that his interests--as an aristocrat and as a mere gentleman--are decidedly at odds. Some local farmers are grumbling that in the aftermath of victory over Napoleon, not all are benefiting from the peace. Aware of the disputes and discontent, Hayden hides his identity while investigating.

For herbalist and healer Anne Whyte, 'Mister' Myles is simply another patient--or so she tells herself. Yet she finds the importunities of local swain Perry Wenfield more annoying than usual. And her father's trips into the countryside have assumed a mysteriously troubling aspect. Might she trust Mr. Myles to help resolve her difficulties, or does he present one of his own?