Lynn M. (officerripley) reviewed on 4/15/2006 + 258 more book reviews

In a bold new novel, New York Times bestselling author Diana Gabaldon weaves a dazzling tale of history, intrigue, and suspense--and brings back one of her most beloved characters from the Outlander novels: Lord John Grey. The year is 1757. On a clear morning in mid-June, Lord John emerges from London's Beefsteak Club, his mind in turmoil. A nobleman and a high-ranking officer in His Majesty's army, Grey has just witnessed something shocking. But his efforts to avoid a scandal that might destroy his family are interrupted by something still more urgent: The Crown appoints him to investigate the brutal murder of a comrade-in-arms who may have been a traitor. Obliged to pursue 2 inquiries at once, Major Grey finds himself ensnared in a web of treachery and betrayal that touches every stratum of English society--and threatens all he holds dear. From the bawdy houses of London's night world to the stately drawing rooms of the nobility, Lord John pursues the elusive trails of a vanishing footman and a woman in green velvet, who may hold the key to everything--or nothing.

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