Susie

Widowed on her wedding night, an ordinary woman is plunged into a world of scheming and misadventure in this romantic comedy set in Edwardian England. Married off to an elderly earl, Susie finds that her romantic daydreams don't match her reality but a twist of fate saves her from her lecherous new husband and leaves her with a fortune . . . along with a meddling mother-in-law determined to transform her into a lady worthy of London society. There is no shortage of suitors for a wealthy young widow, but Susie yearns for genuine passion, not grasping greed. Perhaps she can find it with the attractive Sir Giles if only he could be convinced that she isn't a seductive schemer out for herself . . . Previously published under the names Jennie Tremaine and Marion Chesney, this rollicking tale by the New York Times bestselling author follows the fortunes of a delightful heroine in her rocky search for true love. 'A romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure.' Booklist