This novel is a tale of love, betrayal, and scandal set in the high society of nineteenth-century England. Agnes de-Courci, a young and virtuous woman, finds herself at the center of a web of deceit and intrigue when she falls in love with the charming and enigmatic Lord Algernon Percival. As their relationship blossoms, Agnes becomes the target of jealousy and gossip, and must rely on her strength of character to navigate the treacherous waters of polite society. Will she be able to overcome the obstacles in her path and find happiness with the man she loves? This novel is a must-read for fans of classic English literature and historical romance. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.