Adventurer James Keziah Delaney returns to London during the War of 1812 to rebuild his late father's shipping empire. However, both the government and his biggest competitor want his inheritance at any cost--even murder.
Presumed dead, a man returns to London for revenge and to inherit his family's shipping empire, which threatens his half-sister and a company.
Delaney's return to London causes a stir as he seeks allies to reclaim his legacy. A surprise at the reading of the will reveals the nature of his inheritance.
Delaney receives medical help from an unexpected source, before outwitting the East India Company, which turns its attentions to Delaney's new ally, Lorna.
The plot against Delaney puts Lorna in danger, Delaney enlists help for a scheme of his own, and an invitation to an opulent ball leads to unexpected consequences.
A duel takes an unexpected turn, a woman faces darkness, and the East India Company is investigated as Delaney races to keep his plot a secret.
Delaney's plot is betrayed, and chaos ensues. A family revelation and an increasingly desperate East India Company complicate his situation.
A tragic event leads to the betrayal of Delaney, who must use all of his wits and strength to salvage his plans.
Delaney delivers an ultimatum, arrangements for immediate departure begin, while Strange has a final ace to play.
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