02 - His Darling Sin by Mary Elizabeth Braddon

The life of young, beautiful, and wealthy Grace Perivale is turned upside down when her beloved husband, Hector, dies unexpectedly. With her heart torn apart and her high societal standing offering no reprieve from her grief, she spends three years in widowhood. On her return to London after wintering in Italy, she finds herself ostracized by the very society she was once the center of. Her close friend Sue reveals an unthinkable scandal linked to Graces name. Grace vehemently denies any wrongdoing, but the question remains - who is spreading these damaging rumors and what is their motive? Uncover the mystery in this compelling tale. - Summary by LynneT