Secret Nights

Set in Regency England, this novel follows Elise Rand, whose wealthy merchant father is accused of murder. Desperate for help, she turns to Patrick Hamilton, London's most skilled trial lawyer. When money fails to persuade him to take the seemingly hopeless case, Elise offers an unconventional payment: herself. The story weaves together love, suspense, and mystery as the plot unfolds at a rapid pace. The novel explores both the glittering upper-class society of the Regency era and its criminal underworld, featuring complex characters and an intricate plot. Mills combines period atmosphere with knowledge of the Regency criminal elements, while the narrative balances the developing romance between the protagonists with the legal drama surrounding the murder case.