As a daughter of the notorious Wyverne family, Lady Amelia is used to being the subject of gossip. But while she has accepted her marred reputation – however unfair it is – she hates the horrible men it attracts.
Amelia decides she needs a suitor of impeccable repute to save her from the attentions of ungentlemanly gentlemen, and who better than the handsome and famously moral Lord Thornfalcon? Since coming into his title, ‘Thorn’ has been besieged by women who want to marry him, or have an affair with him, or both – so perhaps a pretend relationship might suit him too?
There’s just one small catch. Thorn’s childhood sweetheart Lavinia has also set her sights on him again, and rallied half the ton behind her. But what does that matter to Amelia – it’s only a fake engagement, isn’t it? Except, as Lavinia and her friends try to tear Amelia and Thorn apart, she starts to realise that her feelings may not be quite so fake after all.
Because the trouble with brave and handsome Lords is… they might just steal your heart.
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This book is a lively, fast-paced Regency romp that embraces the Bridgerton-style of historical romance—full of wit, scandal, and charm rather than strict historical realism. If you’re looking for meticulous period detail, this may not be your cup of tea, but for a fun, trope-filled escape, it certainly satisfies.
The story centers on Lady Amelia, sister to the hero of The Viscount and the Thief, who struggles to find a suitable match after her family’s reputation is ruined. Her bold solution? A fake engagement to the dashing yet reluctant Lord Thorn, who’s desperate to avoid the advances of his recently widowed—and once-beloved—sister-in-law. The plan seems foolproof: a pretend betrothal to keep unwanted suitors at bay. Naturally, feelings complicate everything.
Though the opening chapters stumble slightly with uneven pacing and heavy dialogue, the story quickly finds its stride. Amelia and Thorn’s chemistry shines as their banter sparkles and their emotional connection deepens. The result is a charming, character-driven romance that delivers both heart and humor in true Regency fashion.
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