Deze serie duikt in de complexe wereld van bastaardkinderen van de aristocratie, die maatschappelijke beperkingen trotseren en streven naar acceptatie. Volg de protagonisten terwijl ze worstelen met verborgen familiegeheimen, maatschappelijke vooroordelen en hun eigen verlangens. De verhalen zijn rijk aan romantiek, drama en een vleugje rebellie dat de gevestigde orde van die tijd uitdaagt. Elk personage moet zijn eigen pad naar erkenning en geluk smeden.
Morgan Banfield's chaotic life takes a turn when he encounters his estranged brother in Newgate. Faced with the challenge of mending their relationship, he reluctantly agrees to step up and take responsibility. To do so, he accepts the role of Man of Affairs for a friend, pushing him to confront his past and reshape his future amidst the temptations of his previous lifestyle.
The second installment in a captivating series features rich character development and engaging plots centered around the lives of illegitimate children of a duke. The story explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal identity, all while delivering a blend of romance and intrigue. Readers can expect a continuation of the series' signature wit and charm, making it a delightful addition for fans of historical romance.
Viscountess Aurora Lovell has been in love with one man her entire life, but life intruded and never allowed her to be with him. She came to accept it, marrying for title rather than love. Now a widow, she's busy trying to figure out how to manage a scandal about to destroy her world when she is invited to a country party. Desperate to escape the realities of her life, she accepts. Nicholas Gillingham has always lived his life between two worlds. Raised by a servant, but secretly the bastard son of the infamous Duke of Roseford, he never felt he belonged. Injured saving others, he is now a war hero and improbably in line to be gifted a title for his service. A way to never feel so helpless as he did when he lost Aurora the first time. But to influence the right people, he needs his brother's help and finds himself at a country party. Time and distance mean nothing when Aurora and Nicholas meet again. But can they overcome a tangled past filled with bitter betrayal, a scandal that could ruin the future AND a very intrusive dog in order to find their way back to each other? Or will love be just as painful the second time around?
Set in a richly detailed historical backdrop, this steamy romance weaves together passion and intrigue, showcasing the complexities of love against societal expectations. The characters navigate their desires amidst the constraints of their time, offering readers a captivating blend of emotional depth and sensuality. With Jess Michaels' signature storytelling, expect a tale filled with unforgettable moments and a compelling connection between the protagonists.