New York Times bestselling author LISA KLEYPAS delivers the unforgettable tale of a strong-willed beauty who encounters her match in one of London’s most notorious—yet irresistible—rakes . . .
An eccentric wallflower . . .
Most debutantes dream of finding a husband. Lady Pandora Ravenel has different plans. The ambitious young beauty would much rather stay at home and plot out her new board game business than take part in the London Season. But one night at a glittering society ball, she’s ensnared in a scandal with a wickedly handsome stranger.
A cynical rake . . .
After years of evading marital traps with ease, Gabriel, Lord St. Vincent, has finally been caught by a rebellious girl who couldn’t be less suitable. In fact, she wants nothing to do with him. But Gabriel finds the high-spirited Pandora irresistible. He’ll do whatever it takes to possess her, even if their marriage of convenience turns out to be the devil’s own bargain.
A perilous plot . . .
After succumbing to Gabriel’s skilled and sensuous persuasion, Pandora agrees to become his bride. But soon she discovers that her entrepreneurial endeavors have accidentally involved her in a dangerous conspiracy—and only her husband can keep her safe. As Gabriel protects her from their unknown adversaries, they realize their devil’s bargain may just turn out to be a match made in heaven . . .
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"Wonderful narrator for a brilliant book - great series "
— Aisha (5 out of 5 stars)
“Kleypas has the ability to play on readers’ heartstrings in ways that compel them to laughter and tears and allow them to create a deep emotional attachment to her characters…The beautiful, smart prose and depth of feeling, along with the hero and heroine’s backstories, set this romance apart from many novels.”
— RT Book Reviews (4 ½ stars, Top Pick!)“As always, the seductive elegance of Kleypas’ prose is more than matched by her brilliant gift for richly nuanced characterization…[For] fans of superbly crafted, sublimely sensual historical romances.”
— Booklist (starred review)“Spot-on historical detail, hilarious dialog, and an exquisitely appealing heroine make this book a winner. Quirky, witty, and sexy, this compelling romp is absolute bliss. An addictive tale that readers won’t want to put down.”
— Library Journal (starred review))“The world of Victorian England is drawn with Kleypas’ usual sharp wit and well-researched political nuances. A funny and charming story that will delight readers from the first page to last.”
— Kirkus Reviews (starred review)“Mary Jane Wells perfectly captures Pandora’s naïveté, outspokenness, and frustration with a society that marginalizes women…Superbly narrated…Wells particularly excels at the dialogue scenes, bringing the listener right into the story.”
— AudioFileLisa Kleypas is the New York Times bestselling and award-winninng author of historical romance novels and contemporary women’s fiction. She graduated from Wellesley College with a political science degree.
Mary Jane Wells (a.k.a. McAllister Lee) is a British actress, writer, voice-over artist, and Earphones Award and Audie Award–winning narrator. A graduate of the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, she held a recurring role on the BBC’s Half Moon Investigates and narrated the BBC Three television show My Children, which won a Scottish BAFTA.