num_pages: 448
description: No 1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens pulls back the curtain on a world that has been hidden from us . . . until now. Montague has devoted his life to managing the wealth of London's elite but at a huge a family of his own. Then the enticing Miss Violet Matcham seeks his help and in the puzzle she presents him he finds an intriguing new challenge professionally . . . and personally. Violet devoted lady-companion to the aging Lady Halstead turns to Montague to reassure her ladyship that her affairs are in order. But the famous Montague is not at all what she'd expected - this man is compelling decisive supportive and strong -everything Violet needs in a champion a position to which Montague rapidly lays claim. But then Lady Halstead is murdered and Violet and Montague aided by Barnaby Adair Inspector Stokes Penelope and Griselda race to expose a cunning and cold-blooded killer . . . who stalks closer and closer. Will Montague and Violet learn the shocking truth too late to seize their chance at enduring love? 'If Amanda Quick-style historical mysteries are your guilty pleasure than this latest Barnaby Adair adventure - filled with murder secrets red herrings and danger - will be your cup of tea . . . those who adore Adair and crew and recall Montague from previous novels will take pleasure in this thriller' RT Book Reviews
language: English
title: The Masterful Mr. Montague
publisher: Avon