Dangerous deceptions. (Palace of spies, book 2.) : being the latest volume in the entirely true and wholly remarkable adventures of Margaret Preston Fitzroy, maid of honor, impersonator of persons of quality, confirmed house-breaker, apprentice card sharp

“A rollicking spy caper in corsets. . . . This witty romp will delight fans of historical fiction as well as mystery lovers.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred review of Palace of Spies As a lady in waiting in King George’s London court, Peggy has survived a forced betrothal, royal scandals, and an attempt or two on her life. And now she has a new problem: her horrible fiancé has returned to claim her! To save her neck, or at least her hand in marriage, Peggy joins forces with her cousin Olivia and her sweetheart, Matthew. But if she doesn’t play her cards right, her career as courtier and spy might come to an end at the bottom of the river Thames . . . An unwelcome engagement, a mysterious plot that hints at treason'if she's not careful, Peggy's adventures in the court of King George could end in murder! This rollicking companion to Palace of Spies continues the delightful story of Peggy Fitzroy, lady in waiting, hopeless romantic, and spy An unwelcome engagement, a mysterious plot that hints at treason, and a possible murder add even more excitement to sixteen-year-old Peggy Fitzroy's life as she continues to serve as both a lady-in-waiting and confidential agent to King George of England. An unwelcome engagement, a mysteriously treasonous plot, and a possible murder add excitement to sixteen-year-old Peggy Fitzroy's life as she serves as both a lady-in-waiting and confidential agent to King George of England