Civil Contract

Step into the world of Civil Contract by Georgette Heyer, a captivating historical novel published by Cornerstone in 2005. This enchanting tale unfolds as Adam Deveril, the newly appointed Viscount Lynton and a celebrated hero of the Salamanca campaign, returns from the Peninsula War only to discover his family teetering on the edge of financial disaster. As fate would have it, he encounters Lord Oversley, the father of his first love, who introduces him to the enigmatic Jonathan Chaleigh. Chaleigh, a man of seemingly boundless wealth, has his sights set on securing a suitable match for his beloved daughter. With 384 pages of rich narrative, Civil Contract invites readers to explore themes of love, duty, and the complexities of social standing in Regency England. A must-read for fans of historical romance, this paperback edition is a delightful addition to any bookshelf.