Under False Pretenses is a novel written by Adeline Sergeant and first published in 1889. The book follows the story of a young woman named Rachel Westlake who is left penniless after the death of her father. She is forced to take a job as a governess for a wealthy family, the Mertons, in order to support herself.Rachel soon becomes entangled in the lives of the Mertons, particularly the handsome and charming eldest son, Arthur. However, she discovers that the family is not as perfect as they seem and that they are hiding a dark secret. As Rachel tries to uncover the truth, she finds herself in danger and must rely on her own wits and courage to survive.The novel is a gripping tale of suspense and romance, with themes of deception, betrayal, and redemption. It explores the societal expectations placed on women in the late 19th century and the challenges they faced in navigating a world dominated by men. Overall, Under False Pretenses is a classic work of Victorian literature that continues to captivate readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.