The Measure of Trust by Alix James

Bewitched by his charm, deceived by his lies.

In the quiet village of Meryton, George Wickham’s charm has captivated all, but as his popularity swells, Fitzwilliam Darcy suspects darker purposes. Struggling with mysterious head pain and disturbing lapses in memory, Darcy fears that his life may soon be cut tragically short. With his mind betraying him and his days seemingly numbered, Darcy’s ability to trust even his own senses is slipping away.
Elizabeth Bennet finds herself torn between her growing mistrust of Darcy and the magnetic allure of Wickham. As the shadow of Wickham’s deceit begins to creep closer, Elizabeth must navigate a labyrinth of lies and half-truths. Yet whispers of a different nature reach her—hints that suggest Wickham is not the man he pretends to be.
With Darcy battling not only Wickham’s schemes but also his deteriorating health and sanity, Elizabeth must measure her trust carefully to uncover the truth before time runs out. Can she decipher the truth amidst the illusions, or will she fall prey to the very deception she seeks to unravel? As Darcy confronts the possibility of his imminent demise and the growing uncertainty of his own mind, Elizabeth must decide who is truly worthy of her trust in a world where appearances are all too often deceiving.