Will Christmas bring joy, or misery?**A Lady whose prospects have been ruined by an accident - and one all of her own making. An Earl who never expected to hold the title, and who has skills not expected in an Earl. A chance meeting, which changes everything, for both of them. When society, and even her relatives, turn against her, can he see past his own doubts to save her, and give love a chance to bloom?***** READ NOW ON KINDLE UNLIMITED *******Mr Morgan Follett, the son of a second son of an Earl, went into the military, because that is what was expected of him. He soon discovered that he was not suited to it, and so sought other opportunities. Years later, settled into a happy life far from society, he acts to help an injured girl. A girl he expects to never meet again. Lady Venetia Chater is beautiful, and talented, but she is also rash and impetuous. When that rashness leads her to injury and possible death, it is only the assistance of a man whose name she doesn't even know, which saves her - but she is left with a scar, nonetheless. She never expects to see the man again. Yet, despite all expectations, in London, for the Autumn, they meet again - each vastly changed. He has a new status, which he must now adapt to, and she faces social rejection, because she is scarred. Each holds secrets, and doubts, unsure if the other is really the person they first met in such different circumstances. They must each navigate the treacherous waters of their new situations, despite the disapprobation of society, and the actions of those who seek to directly harm Venetia. As Christmas approaches, and hope for the future seems lost, can they find the courage to share their secrets?Can they find their way safely through it all, and claim their happy ending? Or did one rash moment doom Venetia to a loveless life as a spinster? Will Christmas bring joy, or misery?