How do you choose between duty and desire when surrendering could cost everything?

A past that won't stay buried...

Miss Chastity Noble has fought her way out of shame and shadows. Rising from her illegitimate birth to become the assistant headmistress at a renowned girls' seminary, she has built a life of security and respectability. But her hard-won position teeters on the edge when the school hires a new music and dance master whose piercing gaze and rakish smile awaken long-suppressed dreams—and forbidden desires.

A freedom he won't surrender...

Aston Terramier, the rebellious grandson of a viscount, has no need for fortune or titles. He's carved his own path, eschewing privilege for a life of freedom and artistry. The last thing he needs is his tyrannical grandfather's rules—or the temptation of a woman as intriguing as Chastity Noble. Intelligent, steadfast, and utterly off-limits, she is everything Aston never dared hope for—and everything he cannot have without risking it all.

When stolen moments and whispered secrets deepen into an irresistible connection, their bond threatens to unravel the delicate lives they've built. Chastity can't afford to sacrifice her reputation, and Aston refuses to let society dictate his heart. Yet with every touch, every longing glance, their resolve weakens, and desire becomes a dangerous game neither can resist.

For Chastity and Aston, surrendering to temptation isn't just reckless. It's ruinous. Yet some risks are worth taking...aren't they?

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A spellbinding Regency romance overflowing with forbidden longing, simmering tension, and a love that defies all odds. From USA Today bestselling author Collette Cameron comes an unforgettable tale of passion, resilience, and the courage to risk it all for love. Perfectly crafted with twists, heartwarming moments, and a romance that will leave you breathless, this story is impossible to put down.

Perfect for fans of:

Roguish aristocrats and determined heroines
Enemies-to-lovers and forbidden love tropes
Secrets, scandals, and the stakes of society's rules
Slow-burn romances with swoon-worthy moments and stolen kisses

Set in a richly detailed Regency world filled with wit, fiery chemistry, and tender vulnerability, this romance delivers an emotional journey and a happily-ever-after you'll never forget.

Grab your copy now and lose yourself in a love story brimming with passion, heart, and the power to heal!

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