Julian Delane, Earl of Parkhurst is on the hunt for the mysterious lady who posed for a painting wearing a jewel stolen from his family. Rumor has it that she is an actual member of the ton, can it be true that a lady would pose nude? He is intent on his search to find out.

Rebecca Leland has always been sheltered from living life, with a history of becoming ill easily her family has kept her away from enjoying the daily life of a lady. Now it is time for her live and enjoys every detail she can regardless of the risk it may make to her reputation.

When Julian and his friends thwart the robbery of the painting of the scandalous lady they soon discover the thieves are none other than Rebecca and her sister and cousin. Julian has his suspicions about Rebecca and believes she is the lady in the painting and is closer to the jewel he plans to recover his family honor. So, when all three women admit to being the one in the painting it is the start of a game and a bet that Julian is ready to win.

As Rebecca decides to draw Julian's attention away from the other two women they find themselves trapped together in an adventure that will put them in some close quarters and discover that danger is waiting for them at every turn. Will Julian find out that Rebecca is his true lady and will Rebecca be willing to give up her life for adventure for a life with Julian?

Gayle Callen has started her next trilogy with a bang, funny, exciting and a thrill that will keep you turning the pages. The chemistry between two very strong minded characters Rebecca Leland and Julian Delane is truly romantic. I look forward to the next book in this wonderful new series from one of historical romances greatest.