A decade ago, the Marquess of Bourne was cast from society
with nothing but his title. Now a partner in London's most
exclusive gaming hell, the cold, ruthless Bourne will do
whatever it takes to regain his inheritanceβincluding
marrying perfect, proper Lady Penelope Marbury.
A broken engagement and years of disappointing courtships
have left Penelope with little interest in a quiet,
comfortable marriage, and a longing for something more. How
lucky that her new husband has access to such unexplored
pleasures.
Bourne may be a prince of London's underworld, but he vows
to keep Penelope untouched by its wickednessβa
challenge indeed as the lady discovers her own