Smoke and Lies

In a time of fragile peace after Napoleon’s exile to Elba, Lady Arianna and her husband, the Earl of Saybrook, are drawn into a secret mission to uncover the truth behind a mysterious disappearance, risking treachery and deception along the way. As they navigate dangerous alliances and confront ghosts from Arianna’s past, they must outwit a formidable adversary—including Napoleon himself—while racing against time. Their journey becomes a tense exploration of loyalty, love, and the unpredictable twists of fate.