Amanda Carville has been cut off from nearly everyone she holds dear by her stepfather who plans to use her fortune to support his lifestyle. When Amanda is discovered standing over his body with the gun used to kill him in her hands, there is no doubt in the eyes of the police who the killer is. Amanda is taken to prison where she gives up all desire to live.

Viscount Rexford has inherited the family talent of knowing when someone is lying or telling the truth. He has returned from the Peninsular war with a scar on his face, a limp, a fearsome reputation, and a giant dog that suffers from motion sickness. He and his cousin, Daniel worked together during the war interrogating prisoners to determine the truthfulness of any information obtained. Rex has no desire to deal with society and it's insincerity. All he wants is some peace. Now, his father is urging him to go to London and interview Amanda to determine her guilt or innocence.

Rex arrives in London disgusted by atmosphere of deception that hovers over London and tired. When he discovers Amanda beaten and feverish, he takes her from prison to his mother's home. Since he hasn't talked with his mother in many years, his presence there is a sign of the despair he feels about Amanda's prospects.

Rex drags Daniel out of the bar he is found in and sets out to investigate who wanted Amanda's stepfather dead. He will uncover a plot, which will take all of his ability to untangle before the woman he has fallen in love with can be convicted of murder.

Ms. Metzgar has crafted a wonderful story with her usual witty style. Even while I found myself laughing heartily over the situational humor, it was impossible not to become engrossed in the plot. The primary and secondary characters were written in such a way that the reader could appreciate their humor at the same time as they enjoyed the emotional growth they faced. If you like a bit of paranormal, a lot of humor and great plot, this is the story for you.