A stolen secret. A deadly escape. The mission that started it all. To the ton, Lord Tristan is a charming disappointment-the second son of an Earl who prefers a glass of brandy to a ledger. But beneath the rakish smile and mud-caked boots lies England's most effective shadow. When Lord Tristan enters a rain-drenched tavern in Calais, he isn't there for the wine. He's there for a cipher that could prevent a French invasion. But the rendezvous is a trap. Hunted across rooftops and pursued through a gale-force storm on the English Channel, Lord Tristan must use every ounce of wit and daring to get the intelligence back to London alive. The war is in the shadows, but the danger is hitting home. Lord Tristan thrives on the edge of a blade. He's mastered the art of the mission and the thrill of the chase, but he's about to face a challenge he never saw coming. What he doesn't know is that upon his return to London, his next case will put him in the path of the one woman he can't outmaneuver. Enter the world of the Disarming A Rogue Mystery Series with this pulse-pounding prequel. If you crave dashing spies, sharp banter, and historical intrigue that keeps you guessing, start the adventure today. Why Readers are Diving Into This Series:

• The Dashing Agent: Lord Tristan is the ultimate "hidden" hero - lethal, brilliant, and deceptively charming.
• High-Stakes Action: Escape the French secret police in a series of heart-pounding chases through the streets of France.
• Rugged Secondary Characters: Meet the men Lord Tristan trusts with his life.
• The Perfect Introduction: This prequel sets the fuse for the mystery and romance that explodes in Book 2, The Counterfeit Conspiracy.