Violet Somerset agreed to have one London Season to please her grandmother. After a disastrous season, she is reconciled to being a spinster. After a party, the notorious rogue, Nicholas Balfour, the Earl of Dare, requests an introduction to her younger sister, Hyacinth. Hyacinth is absolutely wrong for a rogue like the Earl of Dare. She is timid and gentle.
Nicholas Balfour has promised his aunt that he will wed. However, his plans are to find the meekest bride he can and once she is carrying his heir, to return to Italy and his mistress. Hyacinth Somerset is the perfect lady.
When Nicholas didn't get the introduction to Hyacinth, he pays a call on Miss Somerset, not knowing she has an older sister and meets Violet. Nicholas discovers that his perfect bride had the tongue of a viper and the heart of a bluestocking.
When Violet's ruse unravels, the tables are turned and they are forced to marry. Violet has discovered that she wants her husband's heart, but can she battle his inner demons to win?
What an amazing book! I loved the characters. There was so much depth to Nicholas's character. Violet was a bluestocking that was writing an illustrated book. She takes advantage of Nicholas by conning him into taking her to several places that aren't appropriate for a young lady. I loved the anticipation of the moment when Nicholas would realize he had the right woman for him. Unfortunately, after the wedding, there are still more hurdles for them to get over. I loved this book from beginning to end!
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC provided by NetGalley and the publisher. Thank you!
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