Author Description

Dr. Rosalind Pennington, a middle-aged epidemiologist from Buffalo, New York, is fascinated with how famous people of the past died. When she learns that handsome English Prime Minister, Lord Melbourne, suffered miserably in his final years, sick and alone, she works with a biophysicist to teleport back in time from 2046 to 1841. Her goal is to become Lord Melbourne's companion and physician and to ensure he lives a longer, healthier, and happier life. Things don’t go exactly as planned, however, and Dr. Pennington soon finds herself in a serious romantic predicament that could ultimately change history.A delightful story for VicBourne fans and devotees of early Victorian Era history and romance---J.J. Scott sets her tale at Lord Melbourne's country estate of Brocket Hall in Hertfordshire, England. There are plenty of twists and turns and surprises in this alternative history account. It will leave you wondering if you might just encounter Lord Melbourne and his lady somewhere in your future travels!