Theodora — Caroline Arnett

Theodora Minturn was astonished to find herself co-heir to Ardsley Hall. She was even more astounded by the peculiar conditions of her cousin's will.

For six months Theodora was to share the fabulous estate with her distant relation, Lord Deveron. If they both married -- and not necessarily each other -- within the allotted time, the house would be theirs to keep. The only other way they could retain it was to discover where the famous Zamora emeralds were hidden.

Theodora was determined to enjoy minute of her stay. Even if it was just for a short while. She would try to find the jewels, but she wasn't so sure about finding a husband.....