Livinia Campbell, a spirited governess, is sent far from home to tend to her duties. There, she discovers that the shadows lurking within the estate hold more than just the usual secrets. A dark family secret could turn out to be more trouble than she had bargained for. Despite the warnings and the foreboding atmosphere, Livinia feels an inexplicable pull toward the enigmatic Earl, Benedict Beaumont. With each glance, her heart races and passion sets a fire within her, so she decides to stay instead of running away.Will this decision prove to be her demise?Benedict Beaumont, Earl of Sheffield, burdened by the weight of his family's legacy and the responsibilities of his position, struggles to maintain order within the walls of Sheffield Manor. When his sister insists on hiring a stranger as governess, Benedict knows he is risking his deepest fears turning into reality; things ending in tragedy the way they had in the past. However, when he meets Livinia there's something about her he just can't resist and when desire turns into love, he knows he is at risk.Will Livinia's bewitching presence unravel everything he holds dear?Entwined by destiny and consumed by longing, Livinia and Benedict are swept into a whirlwind of forbidden desire and undeniable attraction. Yet, lurking beneath the surface of their sinful romance lies a dark abyss of deceit and danger, threatening to consume them. Will their love withstand the tempest of secrets that threaten to tear them apart, or will they be burnt by the flames of their own desire? and "A Governess' Secret Affair and " is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.