When a daring lady wagers her heart, even the strictest rules of society cant stop loves triumph.
Lady Charlotte is used to getting what she wants—and what she wants is Alexander, her father’s enigmatic steward. Determined to make him fall for her, she boldly wagers a war of love, defying the boundaries of their vastly different worlds. But once she breaks through his careful restraint, stolen kisses turn into passionate nights neither can resist. As desire ignites, Charlotte is ready to risk everything for love—no matter the consequences. When Alexander unexpectedly inherits a marquessate, she’s certain they can marry without her...
When a daring lady wagers her heart, even the strictest rules of society cant stop loves triumph.
Lady Charlotte is used to getting what she wants—and what she wants is Alexander, her father’s enigmatic steward. Determined to make him fall for her, she boldly wagers a war of love, defying the boundaries of their vastly different worlds. But once she breaks through his careful restraint, stolen kisses turn into passionate nights neither can resist. As desire ignites, Charlotte is ready to risk everything for love—no matter the consequences. When Alexander unexpectedly inherits a marquessate, she’s certain they can marry without her leaving the life of privilege she’s always known.
Alexander Richards has spent his life in the shadows, scorned for his illegitimacy, he works as a steward for one of the richest men in England. Now, he’s unexpectedly inherited a title from the very family that once rejected him. Bitter and reluctant, he wants nothing to do with the aristocracy—except for Lady Charlotte, the duke’s daughter, who has secretly captured his heart.
