Description
The Black Moth by Georgette Heyer is a classic historical romance and the much-loved debut novel from one of the finest writers of Regency and Georgian fiction. Set in 18th-century England, this lively tale introduces readers to Jack Carstares, the rightful Earl of Wyncham, who has spent seven years in exile after nobly taking the blame for his brother’s dishonour. Choosing a life outside society’s rigid rules, Jack lives as a highwayman, keeping his identity secret while seeking a measure of freedom and redemption.
When Jack crosses paths with the sinister Duke of Andover, known as the “Black Moth”, their fates intertwine in a dangerous game of intrigue and revenge. After thwarting the Duke’s attempted abduction of the beautiful and spirited Diana Beauleigh, Jack finds himself torn between his feelings for her and his vow to remain in the shadows. Heyer weaves a fast-paced plot filled with duels, abductions, masquerades, and sharp wit, crafting a rich tapestry of Georgian England with its aristocratic excesses and codes of honour.
