Betraying the Crown

In 1943, during World War II, Lord Blackwater's body is found in Fort Belvedere, and Royal confidant Guy Harford is called in to solve the mystery. Harford investigates the Royal Ballet, where he discovers an undercurrent of off-stage deceit and a murder. Meanwhile, the King's brother threatens to undermine the Crown and country by taking US citizenship, and Harford must catch the killer and save the monarchy from crisis.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 302 pages
Publication date: 31 May 2022
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

In the midst of World War II, Britain finds itself grappling with a tumultuous period marked by intrigue and scandal. The once-impenetrable monarchy is threatened as the enigmatic body of Lord Blackwater, a former courtier with a controversial past, is discovered in the abandoned Fort Belvedere. All indications point to a murder, casting a shadow over the royal household. Royal confidant Guy Harford is called upon to unravel this mystery swiftly and discreetly, preventing any hint of scandal from reaching the public's ears.

Embarking on his investigation with the assistance of his roguish burglar girlfriend, Rodie, Harford delves into the world of the Royal Ballet, where on-stage glamour masks an undercurrent of off-stage deceit. As his inquiries unfold, he uncovers a web of secrets and lies that intertwine with the lives of the ballet company's dancers and staff.

However, the plot thickens when the ballet's newest recruit, a talented young woman with a promising future, turns up dead. Harford realizes that this murder is not just a simple case of homicide, but a complex conspiracy that could jeopardize the entire monarchy.

Meanwhile, news reaches the Palace that the Kings brother, already under strict orders to stay out of trouble, is contemplating taking US citizenship, which could undermine both the Crown and the country. Harford knows that he must fulfill his royal duty and catch the killer before any more heads roll.

With his determination and resourcefulness, Harford navigates through a labyrinth of lies and treachery, piecing together the clues to unravel the mystery and bring the perpetrator to justice. In the end, he emerges as a hero, preserving the monarchy and ensuring the safety and stability of the nation during a time of great uncertainty.

As the war comes to an end, Britain emerges stronger and more united, grateful for the heroism of Guy Harford and his unwavering commitment to the Crown. The monarchy continues to thrive, and the memory of Lord Blackwater's murder fades into the distant past, a reminder of the darker times that the country had to endure during wartime.

Weight: 282g
Dimension: 131 x 198 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781542017428