title: The Absentee Earl
author: Peters, Clarice
description: SHE HAD MARRIED HIM FOR BETTER OR WORSE
  
  Viola Challerton, Lady Avery, had survived the scandal which had followed in the wake of her wedding to the Earl of Avery, one year ago.
  
  Less than two hours after their vows had been exchanged, Richard, Lord Avery, had absconded and was not expected ever to return.
  
  When he did, Viola quickly learned that little had changed, except for herself!