Charlotte Chatsworth is the epitome of a debutante --
beautiful, well mannered, and quite a gem. Unfortunately,
this is her third season, and her father keeps dismissing
possible suitors. It seems that none are good enough for
his daughter, or at least not good enough to pay off his
gambling debts. Charlotte receives quite a shock when she
learns that she is part of her father's wager. She is to
spend one night with the man who held the winning hand. If
anyone finds out, she will be ruined and the scandal will
take her family down with her. How could her father do
this? How will she survive the ordeal?
Roman Merrick rules London's underworld. Life is his game
and he uses people as his pawns taking what he wants when
he wants. At the moment, he wants Miss Charlotte
Chatsworth. When the opportunity presents itself to have
her, he seizes the chance. He knows he plays a dangerous
game, but he cannot help himself. He wants to see how well
she will adapt to his environment and to his penchant for
games. Charlotte touches him like no one else, and he
wishes to simply possess her. Will he succeed in
conquering her? Or will she send his world spiraling out
of control?
Anne Mallory crafts another decadently delicious historical
romance. She pits calculating innocence against rakish
charm in a high stakes game where no one leaves unscathed.
Charlotte and Roman have an intense connection even though
they run in different social circles, and their banter and
games make this a quick and fun read. I was completely
caught up in the mystery and allure and was left wondering
who would reign victorious in the end. Ms. Mallory knows
how to keep a reader entertained, and I thoroughly enjoyed
this simmering romance. ONE NIGHT IS NEVER ENOUGH entices,
turns the tables, and keeps rolling in the surprises.
Powerful, ruthless, seductive -- the lord of London's
underworld -- Roman Merrick gets anything he wants...and he
burns for Charlotte Chatsworth, a polished jewel in the
glittering ton. So he engages her debt-ridden gambler father
in a game of chance, wagering ten thousand pounds against
one night with the man's exquisite daughter. And Roman
Merrick never loses.
Charlotte is devastated to learn that her reprobate father
has lost her in a card game to the most dangerous man she's
ever met. With the threat of ruin behind every corner,
Charlotte embarks upon a perilous path with the man she
cannot forget. But in truth, it's Roman who has everything
to lose -- for a game undertaken for pleasure alone soon has
him gambling his heart. And love and passion unleashed could
bring his great, dark empire tumbling down...
Excerpt
“What exactly is your business, Roman?”
“My business is complicated and boring.” He tilted his
head, a smile curling. “No, I withdraw that. My business is
complicated and far too exciting for a delicate lady’s
ears. You will likely faint before I utter the first words
of an explanation.”
“It is a good thing that my ears are sturdy then, and that
I’ve never fainted before,” said Charlotte.
“There is always a first. At least you are on the bed. You
would fall so prettily upon your back. Lips parted, in
complete surrender.”
The reminder of their position was unnecessary, but still
brought color to her cheeks.
“See. There. I detect the beginnings of a faint already.”
“More likely you detect the stirrings of my temper.”
“Really? I bet you look quite lovely in a fit. Cheeks all
ablaze in passion.”
“I thought you were uninterested in beauty.”
He smiled slowly. “What I’m interested in is you.” He
leaned forward and one finger touched her chin. “I’m going
to possess you, Charlotte.”
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