The Absentee Earl

Viola Challerton, Lady Avery, had survived the scandal which had followed in the wake of her wedding to the Earl of Avery, one year ago. Less than two hours after their vows had been exchanged, Richard, Lord Avery, had absconded and was not expected ever to return. When he did, Viola quickly learned that little had changed, except for herself.

I found the book started slowly, in fact at the end of chapter two I put it to one side. Chapter three picked up and then one misunderstanding quickly followed another. Viola, the heroine, decides she wants a divorce after Richard, the Earl of Avery, the hero, absconds less than two hours after they are wed. To raise money she decides to capture a gang of jewel thieves for the reward.If you like this one try Diane Farr, Paula Marshall, Alice Chetwynd Ley