False Colours: A Regency Novel. Illustrated, livre ebook

When the irresponsible and pleasure-loving Sir Kit Fancot disappears on the eve of a crucial social engagement, disaster threatens the carefully laid plans of his ambitious mother. To avoid scandal and preserve the family’s reputation, she turns in desperation to Kit’s estranged twin brother, Evelyn. Quiet, conscientious, and long overshadowed by his charming sibling, Evelyn is persuaded to impersonate Kit for a single evening. What begins as a temporary deception soon entangles him in a web of expectations he never sought.
As Evelyn attempts to navigate London society in his brother’s place, he must maintain the illusion before sharp-eyed acquaintances and an especially perceptive young lady—Cressy Stavely—who senses that something is amiss. Meanwhile, Kit’s continued absence forces Evelyn deeper into the masquerade, testing his integrity and patience. The contrast between the twins’ characters reveals truths about responsibility, identity, and self-worth.
In False Colours, Georgette Heyer delivers a sparkling Regency romance built upon mistaken identity and gentle satire. Rich in period detail and witty dialogue, the novel explores the tension between appearance and reality. With warmth and humor, Heyer crafts a charming tale where honesty ultimately triumphs over deception—and love rewards the brother who least expected it.