The year is 1789, and Henry Kent is captain of a ship bound to the High Arctic on an explorative expedition. On the way he meets John Manning, a charming boy of twelve with dreams of adventure. The secret he discovers about John is only the beginning of a long, harrowing chain of events that lead him on the path to horror, desperation, sadness, but ultimately, love.

SAMPLE COPY! The complete book is now available on Amazon (links on my profile). This version on Wattpad is a sample copy only and is incomplete. Penelope Inglewood discovers her brother is in love with the betrothed of the most ruthless man in England, The Duke Of Newbridge. She must find a way to save her family from ruin and turn her brother's affections elsewhere. When the Duke Of Newbridge decides to confront his rival in love, he finds himself completely intrigued by the small, but determined woman. Will Penelope be able to keep her heart and her head in the presence of this dangerous, yet intoxicating villain who seeks to punish her brother?