“Lord Rochdale takes pride in his reputation as seducer and a gambler. So when his skills as a charmer are disputed and a most appealing wager for a prized horse is presented, he agrees to rise up to the challenge. But when the virtuous and tight-laced Grace Marlowe is named as his target, Lord Rochdale sets about putting himself in her path at every turn.
For the past three years Grace Marlowe has had one role in life: being the Bishops Widow. However, after forming a secret pact with fellow Benevolent Widows Fund trustees to pursue pleasure and sharing the adventurous tales, Grace is intrigued but can’t bring herself to embark on such a scandalous escapade as the other Merry Widows have. That is until John Grayston, seventh Viscount Rochdale and known as London’s most infamous libertine, sets his sights on her.
When the pair find themselves sharing a carriage back to London, Rochdale makes the most of the opportunity and flusters Grace’s senses with the smallest of kiss. Being the respectable woman that she is, Grace is not prepared for the sinful feelings that are awakened with the slighted touch. Battling within herself, she refuses to believe that the passion her friends have experienced and she is now beginning to feel are truly sinful and wrong, as her deceased husband had declared.
Questioning her morals, Grace is astounded to discover a softer and more caring side of Rochdale. Feeling she is finally able to trust herself, she allows herself to feel the passion she has only dreamt about.
When Rochdale feels his resolve not to trust fading into a distant dream it is quickly replaced by a wave of guilt. Has he become soft-hearted to let his emotions lead him or has he been played the fool? When the heart is involved, the risk of losing it all becomes the ultimate gamble.
Candice Hern is artist of words! She has spun a story so amazing you never wish it to end. She brings delicious characters that are both witty and charismatic to life. You will want to read this keeper over and over! True perfection!”
HavenRich wrote this review Friday, July 20, 2007.
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