A gripping historical thriller that weaves together fact and fiction to explore a high-stakes conspiracy involving the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and the Third Reich during World War II. Published in 1981 by Arlington Books, the narrative centers on a clandestine Nazi scheme to reinstall the abdicated King Edward VIII to the British throne as a puppet monarch. Winslow, a British-born American author celebrated for her meticulous research and atmospheric suspense, was a recipient of the Edgar Award and was well-regarded for her ability to blend complex political intrigue with authentic historical detail. This 1981 first edition is in good vintage condition; the dust jacket remains vibrant. The interior pages are clean and the binding is firm, making this a solid copy of a notable work of international intrigue.