Vivianne Marie DeCourcy has vowed never to open her heart again. Scarred by a past betrayal, shes resolved to remain closed off to love. However, her family situation takes a turn for the worse, and Vivianne faces a dire choice: marry for survival or risk everything for the independence she craves. When a ball brings her close to the notorious Earl of Chesterfield, a rake with a charm that could melt even the iciest of hearts, her carefully guarded heart will choose the road of sin.
Will she dare become a pawn in his scandalous games?
Earl Edward Vincent Woodhouse is used...
Vivianne Marie DeCourcy has vowed never to open her heart again. Scarred by a past betrayal, shes resolved to remain closed off to love. However, her family situation takes a turn for the worse, and Vivianne faces a dire choice: marry for survival or risk everything for the independence she craves. When a ball brings her close to the notorious Earl of Chesterfield, a rake with a charm that could melt even the iciest of hearts, her carefully guarded heart will choose the road of sin.
Will she dare become a pawn in his scandalous games?
Earl Edward Vincent Woodhouse is used to getting his way, but when his inheritance is threatened, he knows he is in desperate need of a wife. His carefree smile might fool most, but Vivianne sees through his rakish fa?ade. Intrigued by her wit and beauty, Edward makes her a tempting offer: a marriage of convenience, one that would satisfy his uncles demands and save Viviannes family from ruin. It all seems simple until undeniable desire captures his soul…
Will he tame his burning passion for the wallflower?
As Vivianne and Edward exchange playful banter and stolen glances, they both start to realize theres more at stake than reputation or wealth. In a world filled with gossip, jealousy and dangerous suitors, old wounds resurface and secrets threaten to tear them apart. Can they overcome the shadows of their past and embrace their flaming romance, or will pride and fear keep them from their only chance at true, passionate love?
A Scandalous Agreement with an Earl is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
