The Mistress of Blackwater — Paula Paul

Overwhelmed by her husband's death, Caroline Forsythe arrives at the Blackwater Plantation on the edge of New Orleans, only to discover that her husband had been bankrupt upon his death and that her plans to sell the plantation are threatened.

A place shrouded in mist- and secrets . . .

Destitute after her husband Edmund's untimely demise, young Caroline Forsythe was forced to move to Blackwater plantation with Edmund's family. But she finds no comfort there - instead, she feels a growing chill of fear. Leon, Edmund's dark, handsome half-brother, has disputed Caroline's claim to the property - and someone has been trying to frighten her with cruel pranks.

Amidst the rumors, suspicions, and secrets, Caroline must save herself - but first she must decide whether she can trust Leon with her life - and her heart...