When Gods Die

In the vibrant yet shadowed world of 1811 Brighton, Lord Sebastian St. Cyr finds himself entangled in a scandal that threatens to rock the foundations of Regency society and expose dangerous secrets. The discovery of Lady Hester Staunton, the beautiful and much younger wife of an aging marquis, dead in the arms of the Prince Regent himself, sends shockwaves through the ton. Further complicating the explosive situation is the ancient, jeweled necklace adorning Lady Hester – a piece with a mysterious and deeply personal connection to Sebastian's own past. As the Prince Regent’s reputation hangs by a thread and powerful forces conspire to suppress the truth, Sebastian is compelled to delve into the murky depths of the aristocracy. His investigation uncovers a labyrinth of illicit affairs, political machinations, and long-buried grievances that stretch far beyond a simple case of passion. With his characteristic blend of astute deduction and daring inquiry, Sebastian must navigate treacherous social currents, evade dangerous enemies, and confront his own history to unmask a killer before the scandal consumes them all and brings down more than just a single life.