Set in the opulent world of the 18th century aristocracy, Lucinda Brant delivers another delicious 18th century romantic experience. High drama, witty prose, a deft palette of historical detail, and a weave of subplots will keep you mesmerized from beginning to end.England, 1763. The Earl of Salt Hendon and squire's daughter Jane Despard share a secret past of mistrust, heartache, and misery. Forced into a marriage neither wants, the patient and ever optimistic Jane believes love conquers all; the Earl will take some convincing. Enter Diana St. John, who will go to extreme lengths, even murder, to hold the Earl's attention. Can the newlyweds overcome past prejudices and sinister opposition to fall in love all over again?Australian Romance Readers Awards Finalist for Favorite Historical Romance of 2011.Bibliophile Hardcover Edition bound in 100% cotton fabric dressed with headbands and footbands. Print is deep black 444dpi on silky-smooth 85gsm/55lb offset opaque crème paper. End leaves match the crème color of the bookblock. Gloss-laminated dust jacket printed on white 240gsm/90lb stock. All paper used is acid free and meets every ANSI standard for archival quality.More ReviewsBrant's talent is undeniable... dare I admit... I enjoyed Salt Bride more than many of Georgette Heyer's own beloved works and that is high praise indeed.--Courtney Webb, Stiletto StorytimeA love story that fans of historical romance will relish... the author guides the reader though the maze of misunderstandings without ever giving the game away. --Fiona Ingram, Readers FavoriteIf you appreciate well researched, beautifully plotted and engaging romance then this is the book for you. I've ploughed through many Georgian romances that are advertised to be: 'just like Georgette Heyer' or 'simply fantastic' and haven't managed to plough through the first 100 pages. Here there are no cliche's, no references to autumn as 'fall', pavements as 'sidewalks' or 18th century dukes wearing 'pants'--leb15, Amazon UKMs. Brant is a genius for dialogue! I was gasping and laughing nearly the entire time.  ...I highly recommend this book! I was entertained to the fullest while reading, and can honestly say I haven't read a book that hooked me like this one did in quite some time--Eliza Knight, History Undressed