"Trev", the Marquis of Trevelin, has lost his reputation in society but he continues to fight to have what was once him. He jumps at the chance to help his friend who has been accused of murder. Can he find a killer before danger catches up to him? 
 I've read and enjoyed Heidi Ashworth's books, so when I had the chance to read this start to a series, I was delighted. For the most part, I enjoyed it. It's written in first person, so we are with Trev every step of the way. Through flashbacks, the reader learn what happened that changed his life so drastically. Trev is a sympathetic character, and I immediately sympathized with what he had to endure. 
 The mystery was excellent, with enough twists and turns to make it interesting. The minor characters that Trev encounters were interesting in their own ways. 
 What robbed my enjoyment of the book was the supernatural, which I strongly dislike. The reader is warned before the story begins that a certain house is considered one of the most haunted, however I didn't realize it would have such a bearing in how the story ends. If it hadn't been for that one element, this would easily have been a new favorite. 
 For readers who enjoy a historical story and don't mind a ghostly edge, would enjoy this well written book. 
 I received an ARC through Net Galley for reviewing purposes.