Archaeologist Slater Roxton is a man of mystery with a quiet self-assurance that some view as dark and cold. After living abroad for several years, Slater has returned to London after his father's death to manage his vast estate.

Widowed Ursula Kern has reinvented herself after a great scandal ruined her reputation. As proprietor of the Kern Secretarial Agency, Ursula rarely takes assignments herself, but she's agreed to help Slater catalog his archaeological items as a favor to his mother.

When Anne Clifton, one of Ursula's best stenographers and closest friend, dies unexpectedly, Ursula does not believe it was from natural causes or suicide as deemed by the authorities. She's determined to prove Anne was murdered, and Slater is just as determined that Ursula will not do so alone. Realizing her quest is a dangerous one, Ursula accepts his assistance. As their investigation develops, so does their close personal relationship. As other murders occur, Ursula and Slater's involvement in solving Anne's murder proves to be more hazardous than they ever imagined.

In GARDEN OF LIES, Amanda Quick has created a captivating historical romantic suspense set in Victorian London. As always, the characters are believable, the intriguing plot is artfully crafted and the witty repartee adds an enjoyable aspect to the story. Be assured, Ms. Quick's myriad of fans will love reading GARDEN OF LIES as much as I did.