Georgette Heyer was the pioneering force behind the creation and rise of both the historical and Regency romance genres. Her novels are known for their spirited, clever, and captivating style, featuring richly drawn characters and meticulously researched historical settings. Quite simply, she stood unmatched among the writers of her time.

The collection includes The Transformation of Philip Jettan, The Black Moth, The Great Roxhythe, Instead of the Thorn, and A Proposal To Cicely.