A Poisoned Season

There's a new cat about town . . . London's social season is in full swing, and the aristocracy can't stop whispering about a certain gentleman who claims to be the direct descendant of Louis XIV and Marie Antoinette. Drawing rooms, boudoirs and ballrooms are also abuzz with the latest news of an audacious cat burglar who has been making off with precious items that once belonged to the ill-fated queen. But light gossip turns serious when the owner of one of the pilfered treasures is murdered and the thief develops a twisted obsession with Lady Emily Ashton, whose reputation and private life are threatened by a brewing scandal . . . 'A thoroughly enjoyable adventure with both historical texture and emotional depth.' Anne Perry 'Tasha Alexander is one to watch - and read . . . despite her cliffhanger climaxes and witty repartees, there's a depth of sensitivity that sets her apart.' Huffington Post 'Enchanting . . . Alexander keeps readers guessing until the very end.' Publishers Weekly