Delia Effington was always the responsible twin so when her family found out she was married, and to a notorious rake at that, they are scandalized.  When her husband dies just days after their impulsive marriage, Delia retreats to the country to figure out where her life is now. When she returns to London, it is with the knowledge that she never really loved her husband, and although she is sad he's dead, she is looking forward to the freedom wealthy widowhood will afford her.

The first grand adventure she embarks on is to play her identical twin sister at a family ball, a ball where she meets dashing Viscount St. Stevens.  She finds a comfort and familiarity with him that she has found with only one other person since returning to London -  her elderly butler, Gordon. Little does she know Gordon is the Viscount, a spy for the crown as was her dead husband. St. Stevens has been set up as Delia's butler in order to protect her from the plot that killed her husband. Can their love for each other withstand the web of lies they find themselves caught in?

Victoria Alexander's THE LADY IN QUESTION is a touching tale with intriguing twists that make it impossible to put down. Alexander has managed to write dynamic characters who wrap you up in their lives - highs and lows. I was impressed with her ability to surround the reader in her story. You get immersed in the language and customs of the time. The men are loveably clueless and the women are secretly powerful.  THE LADY IN QUESTION was a delightful read, and I highly recommend it to any historical romance fan