Some fight for love. Others risk everything to defend it...

A courageous spinster...

Purity Mayfield knows her place in society. A governess with no prospects for marriage, she's built her life around hard work and quiet determination. But when she discovers a young girl being mistreated by her cruel caregiver, Purity doesn't hesitate to act—even if it means earning the ire of the girl's formidable, aristocratic, and intimidating father.

A brooding earl...

Theran Rutland, Earl of Westerby, is a man consumed by duty. Widowed and fiercely protective of his daughter, he has no time for romantic notions—or the fiery accusations of an outspoken governess. Yet, when Purity's claims uncover dark truths about his household, Theran does the unthinkable: he hires her.

A future threatened by secrets...

As Purity brings warmth and light into his daughter's life, she begins to break through Theran's carefully constructed walls. But just as passion starts to bloom, secrets from Purity's past surface, and a jealous rival plots to tear them apart. With betrayal and scandal threatening to destroy everything, Purity and Theran must decide—will they risk their hearts to fight for love, or let the past dictate their future?

Perfect for fans of:

Roguish, brooding aristocrats and strong-willed heroines
Enemies-to-lovers and forbidden romance tropes
Regency scandals, secrets, and emotional twists
Slow-burn love stories with heart-stopping passion

An enthralling Regency romance brimming with forbidden desire, unspoken tension, and a love that triumphs against the odds. From USA Today bestselling author Collette Cameron comes a mesmerizing tale of passion, strength, and the courage to risk everything for the chance at happiness. Filled with unexpected twists, tender moments, and a romance that lingers in your heart, this story is utterly unmissable.

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Though this book can be read as a standalone, readers prefer to read the series in order.

Don't miss the next captivating book in the SECRETS OF SCANDALOUS LADIES:

A Lady's Scandalous Kiss
No Lady for the Lord
Love Lessons for a Lady
His One and Only Lady
Never a Proper Lady
Lady Tempts a Rogue

Discover more unforgettable Regency and Scottish Historical Romance by Collette Cameron and get ready to be swept away:

Chronicles of the Westbrook Brides
For the Love of an Earl
Heart of a Scot Series
Highland Heather Romancing a Scot: Castle Bride
Ladies of Opportunity
Secrets of Scandalous Ladies
Seductive Scoundrels Series
The Culpepper Misses
The Honorable Rogues® Series