THE RANIPUR AFFAIR

India, 1905. When a dangerous rebellion threatens the throne of the beautiful Maharani Devika Singh, ruler of the princely state of Ranipur, British Prime Minister Arthur Balfour sends his trusted investigator Sidney Orebar and his charming companion Sophie on a secret mission to protect the Rani and prevent a bloody uprising.

Upon arriving in the magnificent Indian principality, Sidney discovers a sinister conspiracy led by the ruthless former cavalry commander Rudra Pratap and the treacherous nobleman Vikram Chand. As assassins strike and betrayal spreads through the royal court, Sidney must uncover the rebels' plans before they can seize the palace.

But danger is not the only complication. The extraordinarily beautiful Rani, with her captivating dark eyes and irresistible charm, falls passionately in love with Sidney. Sophie, determined not to surrender her beloved adventurer to an Indian princess, finds herself caught in a delightful rivalry filled with jealousy, romance and seductive encounters.

When the rebels finally launch their assault, Sidney joins forces with the courageous Captain Arjun Rao and Colonel Harrington's British regiment in a spectacular battle to save Ranipur. Meanwhile, Sophie proves her own bravery by protecting the Rani from capture.

A thrilling romantic adventure combining espionage, palace intrigue, betrayal, military action and forbidden passion against the exotic splendour of British India.

And when the rebellion is defeated, Sidney discovers that escaping two determined and beautiful women may prove even more difficult than defeating an army.