After leaving the army and falling out with his family, the Honorable Catesby Burgoyne is drowning his sorrows when he comes across a woman being attacked by thugs. A fight is just what he needs, but little does he realize the lady he rescues will change his life.
Â
For Prudence Youlgrave is not just the victim of ruffians. Her life has been made a shambles by her selfish brother and brutish fiancÃĐ. But she has a bold and courageous spirit Catesby canât resist, and before he knows it, he finds he has rescued her again by marrying her himself.
Â
A reckless adventurer may be forgiven for such an impulse. But when Catesbyâs older brother suddenly dies, he finds himself Earl of Malzard, and Prudence is suddenly a most unlikely countess. Neither she nor Catesby are prepared to face the shock of his family. Still almost strangers, they have no one to turn to but each other, and it is in each otherâs arms that they find a love neither ever expected.
"Another jewel in Beverleyâs heavily decorated crown."âThe Romance Reader
Â
"A delightful blend of wit, intrigue, and emotional victories."âThe State (Columbia, SC)