The Silver Skull

In Anne Renwick's captivating historical fantasy, The Silver Skull, Lady Olivia escapes an arranged marriage by stowing away on a dirigible, only to find herself trapped in a castle with no way out. To survive, she must feign a romantic partnership with Lord Rathsburn, a scientist suspected of espionage, as they work together to rescue his kidnapped sister and prevent a mad count from gaining a dangerous invention that could lead to invincible soldiers. Set in a world rich with steampunk elements, this tale weaves romance and intrigue in a story where survival hinges on trust amidst peril.