Having been a widow for some time, Lauryn Applegate is
still unable to leave her father-in-law and get on with her
life. When he gambles away the deed of his Yorkshire estate
to the Earl of Sutton, Lauryn has to try and get it back.
Knowing she has nothing to offer except herself, Lauryn
puts her pride aside and does the unthinkable. She offers
herself as a courtesan to the Earl of Sutton.
Marcus, the Earl of Sutton, knows "Mrs. Smith" is not the
lady's real name. He also realizes she's no light skirt.
Unable to ascertain what her true game is, Marcus agrees to
a temporary trial to see if they suit. However, he's
adamant that she not be demanding or speak of love.
Marcus can't understand what it is about Mrs. Smith, but
he's feeling things he's never felt before with any other
woman. He's determined to know what she's up to, even as
she tries to pull away. Lauryn is overcome with emotion
when it comes to Marcus, so when he pressures her for
information, she finally tells him everything he wants to
know.
Determined to take Lauryn away, her father-in-law storms
in, causing Marcus to announce that they are to be married.
Then Lauryn disappears. Believing she doesn't love him and
has run away, Marcus has to be reminded by a friend that
Lauryn was told not to speak of love. Is Marcus too late to
bring her home?
ENTICING THE EARL is a sexy courtship with a good mystery.
What else could anyone ask for? This couple is so attracted
to each other, you can almost feel the heat rise from the
pages. This is the third book in the Applegate Sisters
series, and I highly recommend it be added to your must-
read list.
The new Regency-set historical romance from a
critically acclaimed author.
Selfless widow
Lauren Applegate is determined to retrieve the deed to her
father-in- law's estate-even if it means offering herself
as a courtesan to the Earl of Sutton, who seized the land.
But as time goes on, both just may find love where they
least expect it.
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