352 pages | Paperback

As much fun as the English language will permit.New York Times Book ReviewonThe Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels

Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the teahouse.

Miss Charlotte Pettifer belongs to a secret league of women skilled in the subtle arts. That is to sayalthough it must never be saidwitchcraft. The League of Gentlewomen Witches strives to improve the world in small ways. Using magic, they tidy, correct, and manipulate according to their notions of what is proper,entirely unlikethose reprobates in the Wisteria Society.

When the long lost amulet of Black Beryl is discovered, it is up to Charlotte, as the future leader of the League, to make sure the powerful talisman does not fall into the wrong hands. Therefore, it is most unfortunate when she crosses paths with Alex ORiley, a pirate who is no Mr. Darcy. With all the world scrambling after the amulet, Alex and Charlotte join forces to steal it together. If only they could keep their pickpocketing hands to themselves! If Alexs not careful, he might just steal something elsesuch as Charlottes heart.

Story Locale:Fantasy Victorian England