The Rival ebook

London, 1820. Selina Radleigh has trained herself to wear a smile that betrays nothing. Out of sheer necessity she is engaged to the controlling Mr. Slate - her late father's debts and her younger sister's future leave her no choice. But as the loveless wedding nears, her own past catches up with her: eight years ago, out of fear for her reputation, she betrayed her closest friend when that friend was jilted at the altar. Now, trapped between others' expectations and her longing for a life of her own, Selina must face her guilt - and how much courage it takes to be honest at last. Book 8 of "The Wyndham Season" - a moving Regency novel about remorse, forgiveness and the freedom of staying true to yourself.