On his way back from such an evening, Catesby witnesses a woman being attacked by ruffians and quickly decides to come to her rescue, forever imprinting her on his mind. Shortly after his knight-in-shining-armor moment, Catesby's brother dies unexpectedly leaves him with the unwanted title of Earl of Malzard and the pressure of needing a wife and heir. Overwhelmed and unsure of his future, Catesby sets out to look for the woman he saved only to find her in a situation only he can get her out of.

Prudence Youlgrave is angry her brother is ignoring his obligation to find her a husband after all of the sacrifices both their mother and Prudence endured to make sure his schooling was paid for and a wife secured. Prudence hasn't forget about Catesby but he can't help her now. Prudence forces her brother's hand by showing up on his doorstep demanding his help to find a respectable husband. His father-in-law reluctantly provides the necessary dowry. Unfortunately, Prudence must accept the suit of a man she has already turned down knowing her life will not be a happy one. The day of Prudence's wedding, and the first step towards her future, is interrupted as Catesby comes striding into the chapel rescuing Prudence again by marrying her himself. Prudence finally feels she can be happy, that is until Catesby's secrets come to light.

The next Malloren novel, AN UNLIKELY COUNTESS, is an historical romance with endearing characters, and intrigue and mishap at every turn. The perfect read to cuddle up on the couch with. Great Read!

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