The daughter of a squire, Lucy can't believe her good fortune when their neighbor, Simon the Earl of Devingham, expresses his regard and offers marriage. Since her father is ailing, Lucy and Simon have a speedy wedding at his home. Lucy dreams of building a deep and loving marriage like her parents. After a passionate wedding night, Lucy awakens to find her husband gone. All her hopes suddenly dissolve as she learns that a marriage of convenience is all her new husband wants.

Simon, Earl of Devingham, puts his poetry and rose breeding aside and works for the British government. Until recently, he's used his quiet demeanor to slip in and out of France undetected. When his best friend, Fox, is crippled saving his life, Simon takes on Fox's role of romancing secrets out of women. Leaving his bride in the safety of the country, Simon returns to London to continue his assignment. Simon feels quite satisfied with how he's compartmentalized his life.

After several weeks, Lucy arrives in London, surprising Simon. Rumors of his carousing with a mistress have reached her. Lucy will not remain silent and will fight to save her marriage. Simon has his hands full trying to complete his assignment while protecting Lucy.

TWO WEEKS WITH A STRANGER is irresistible with an innocent heroine determined to win the love of her husband. Secondary characters, the bitter and cynical Fox and Gin the sharp-witted American, add to the drama and give sparkle and depth to the tale. Ms. Mullins gives readers an engaging story.