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An horrific shooting on a crowded London commuter train in broad daylight sparks a determined manhunt. A desperate search for a killer. As well as the seemingly ordinary traveller who attempted to intervene. Who was he? And why on earth did he run? Answers are needed and fast. Because the police are not the only ones looking. Miles Dalton is more at home in front of his computer than out in the real world.

While Joe and his relatives continue their laborious work at Darby ironworks in Coalbrookdale, his brother Richard, through his marriage to a Bridgnorth Corn Merchant's daughter, ascends the social ladder. The novel unfolds, weaving in moral and ethical complexities as it portrays the realities of 18th-century England's justice system. Through the Banghams' interactions with the law, the narrative sheds light on the grim aspects of prisoner transportation to America and the struggles of its enslaved populace, introducing the emerging anti-slavery sentiment.

With her farm beset on all sides, what is a widow to do? Coveted by the sadistic ruler of Caldor, fiery landowner Sabra Billerton becomes ensnared by the political intrigues of Baron Niles Turners court. After she is pushed to the brink of losing her home, a dark-eyed soldier named Gheric intercedes on Sabras behalf. When the handsome stranger shows up that night on her doorstep, Sabra reluctantly agrees to his offer of support.