Lord Patrick's Heir

The sudden death of the Earl of Aylesford in a riding accident sets off a tense succession crisis. The impending birth of his child determines the future of the title: a boy inherits, while a girl would pass it to Lord Patrick's estranged brother Martin, who is missing in America. Complications arise when Martin's wife and son arrive with news of his death, shifting the focus to cousin Etienne as the next heir. The story intertwines themes of family loyalty, inheritance, and the uncertainty of fate.