John Pickett discovers wedded bliss is not without its pitfalls, as he finds it galling to be financially dependent on Julia. Summoned to the home of Lady Washbourn, Pickett finds they have something in common: like himself, she has married above her station. Now she believes her husband is trying to kill her, and when a maid dies during a ball, she may be right. 7th John Pickett mystery by Sheri Cobb South; originally published by the author and Belgrave House/Regency Reads