"In Regency England, one letter will alter a young woman's fate when it summons her to Briarton Park--an ancient place that holds the secrets of her past and the keys to her future."-- Provided by publisher.

Cassandra Hale grew up knowing little about her parentage. A deathbed confession reveals a two-year-old letter from Mr. Clark, the master of Briarton Park, with hints about her family's identity. She travels to the village of Anston and meets James Warrington, the new master of Briarton Park. He feels honorbound to help Cassandra uncover the answers she seeks. But not everything-- or everyone-- is as they seem. Will she uncover the truths of her past-- and find a place her heart can call home? -- adapted from back cover