Summer Secrets and Hidden Lies
Emmaline Pratka
72,837 Words
72,837 Words
On a seemingly perfect summer day, Edward Merriweather and his best friend Evelyn are set to embark on a getaway that quickly spirals into chaos. As they await the arrival of their friend Beatrice Ash ford, Edward's attempts to manage her habitual tardiness lead to a series of comedic yet tense encounters with a group of aristocrats, including the enigmatic Lord Percival Hargrove and the charming Sir Tristan Cavendish. When Edward's feigned fainting spell to buy time goes awry, he finds himself at the center of a web of misunderstandings, secrets, and unexpected alliances. As tensions rise and relationships are tested, Edward must navigate the complexities of friendship, deception, and the looming threat of social embarrassment. With the stakes higher than ever, will Edward be able to keep his lies straight and salvage the day, or will the truth unravel everything he holds dear? This novel is a delightful blend of humor and suspense, exploring the lengths one will go to for friendship and the unpredictable nature of human connections.