Following a painful public humiliation, Dahlia Lancaster was left heartbroken, friendless, and shunned by London Society. But rather than dwelling on the balls sheâll never attend, Dahlia has turned her attentions to her unconventional inheritanceâa steamship company. After a year of work, sheâs preparing to launch The Aurora, a luxury ocean liner that promises to revolutionize travel. The invitation list is exclusive: Dahliaâs closest friendsâthe Blue Orchid Societyâas well as a few influential individuals from her old life, whose presence will ensure the success of her endeavor. Unfortunately, not all have the best interests of Dahlia or her shipping line at heart. Lord Meredith has loved Dahlia since their first meeting. But after her fall from grace, she has evaded his every attempt to see herâuntil she extends an invitation to join her on The Aurora. Once aboard, Lord Meredith and Dahliaâs tentative rekindling of their friendship is interrupted when things begin to go terribly wrong. Mischievous dealings take on an ominous tone, and itâs clear that someone is intent on humiliating Dahlia again or worseâbut she will not be sunk so easily. With Lord Meredith at her side, Dahlia is determined to discover the culprit. So intent, in fact, that she doesnât recognize another threat looming until itâs too late: sheâs in danger of losing her heart.
Following a painful public humiliation, Dahlia Lancaster was left heartbroken, friendless, and shunned by London Society. But rather than dwelling on the balls sheâll never attend, Dahlia has turned her attentions to her unconventional inheritanceâa steamship company. After a year of work, sheâs preparing to launch The Aurora, a luxury ocean liner that promises to revolutionize travel. The invitation list is exclusive: Dahliaâs closest friendsâthe Blue Orchid Societyâas well as a few influential individuals from her old life, whose presence will ensure the success of her endeavor. Unfortunately, not all have the best interests of Dahlia or her shipping line at heart. Lord Meredith has loved Dahlia since their first meeting. But after her fall from grace, she has evaded his every attempt to see herâuntil she extends an invitation to join her on The Aurora. Once aboard, Lord Meredith and Dahliaâs tentative rekindling of their friendship is interrupted when things begin to go terribly wrong. Mischievous dealings take on an ominous tone, and itâs clear that someone is intent on humiliating Dahlia again or worseâbut she will not be sunk so easily. With Lord Meredith at her side, Dahlia is determined to discover the culprit. So intent, in fact, that she doesnât recognize another threat looming until itâs too late: sheâs in danger of losing her heart.