What happens when a runaway rogue and a fearless spinster make an impossible bargain?

A rake's flight...

Devin Everingham is notorious for two things: his devil-may-care charm and his steadfast refusal to marry. But when his formidable mother issues an ultimatum—find a wife or lose his inheritance—Devin does what any self-respecting rogue would do: he vanishes. Crossing continents to escape the altar, he plans to return only when the scandal has cooled. What he doesn't plan for is the captivating woman who barrels into his life, bringing chaos, complications... and temptation.

A spinster's plight...

Trinity Ablethorne has given up on the fantasies of romance and grand passion. A confirmed spinster with a taste for adventure, she's more at home trekking foreign lands than curtsying in drawing rooms. But when a string of misfortunes leaves her stranded in a dangerous, plague-stricken country, she's left with one impossible option: a marriage of convenience to the infuriatingly handsome rake who seems as wary of love as she is.

A union forged in desperation...

What begins as a convenient solution spirals into something neither of them can control. With every stolen glance, every searing kiss, Devin and Trinity edge closer to surrendering their hearts. But old secrets and hidden dangers threaten to tear them apart before they can even begin.

Can a rogue with no intention of settling down and a woman who's vowed to remain untethered find the courage to risk everything for a love they never sought?

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A gripping Regency adventure filled with passion, intrigue, and unforgettable twists, this book is perfect for readers who crave:

Bold rogues and fearless, independent heroines
Marriage-of-convenience stories with undeniable chemistry
Slow-burn tension that leads to explosive romance
Secrets, danger, and society's relentless expectations

From USA Today bestselling author Collette Cameron comes a heartfelt tale of love's ability to shatter walls and build dreams. Overflowing with passion, scandal, and redemption, this story will keep you hooked from the first page to the last.

Dive into a journey of risk, resilience, and the kind of happily-ever-after you'll never forget. Don't wait—get your copy today and experience the magic!

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

Don't miss any of the books 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