I Spy a Duke

The first novel in Erica Monroe’s “Covert Heiresses” series is titled “I Spy a Duke.” The narrative centers on Vivian Loren, an affluent Spencer family governess who is looking for information regarding her brother’s murder. Unexpectedly, she finds herself drawn to James Spencer, Duke of Abermont, the leader of Britain’s most important intelligence organization.

James and Vivian ally after James learns that one of Napoleon’s most deadly agents is using Vivian as a pawn in a hazardous plot. He offers to keep her safe, and she accepts to become his duchess. As they deal with the threat of the enemy spy, their convenient marriage quickly develops into something far more meaningful.