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Escape into the world of Dilly Court this spring, with the latest unforgettable historical drama from the reader's favourite.
Desperate to protect her family, can Poppy put her trust in a stranger?
When Poppy Robbins is targeted by a blackmailer threatening to reveal secrets from her family’s past, she turns to the mysterious Edward Taverner for help.


Taverner proposes an escape to his country manor, and to maintain a respectable appearance, he asks her to pose as his fiancée. She reluctantly agrees, but then finds herself trapped, unwelcome and alone in a threadbare mansion.


Has her engagement secret put her in greater danger, or will it change her life forever?



Readers LOVE Dilly Court!



‘Love the author, loved the book. Family saga at its best’


'Another truly special book from Dilly. Warm and touching, with friendship and romance in the mix'


'There were some characters that make an appearance from previous books…another fabulous read'


‘Can’t put it down!! It’s a 5 read! Have all her books to date…Just keep ‘em comin’!’


‘A wonderful book by my favourite author Dilly Court, I absolutely adore her style of writing and the rich and warm characters that are interwoven into the story’


‘I'm a huge Dilly Court fan, and I've yet to read a book of hers that disappoints’


‘Really enjoyed it and read it right through on this windy and wet Sunday’


‘Heart-warming historical drama, full of ups and downs and full of lively and interesting characters’


‘Another great read from Dilly Court, I was unable to put it down’