Only Seduction Will Do

Jenna Jaxon

Jun 2018 · Lyrical Press

About this ebook

“Won’t you come to bed, my lord?”

In a vulnerable moment, Alethea Forsythe allows herself to be seduced by a married peer. Now she is with child—and without recourse. Her reputation will soon be in tatters and she will be forced to wed a stranger—unless she takes matters into her own hands.

When Jack Fitzwilliam, the Earl of Manning, is summoned from the House of Pleasure on a matter of importance, he hardly expects to receive a marriage proposal. He’s long been aware of Alethea’s infatuation with him, but at twenty-three, taking on an expectant bride is not in his plans. Yet the desperation in the lady’s lovely eyes overrides his misgivings.

Alethea would not have believed it possible for a man to be too chivalrous. But though her new husband is perfectly amicable in public, he insists they maintain separate quarters. Desperate to possess his heart and prove herself a wife in every way, she boldly reaches out to Jack. And as their unexpected connection between silken sheets is tested by jealousy and misfortune, Jack must decide where honor ends...and true passion begins . .

Ratings and reviews

What to do when you need to get married and fast? Ask Jack Fitzwilliam, the Earl of Manning to marry you! Alethea Forsythe was desperate. Having an unsuccessful season, she was rejected and then compromised by a peer. With no choices left she asks Jack, who she was really in love with, to help her by making her his wife. Sounds simple? It is anything but easy. But eventually the two marry only as a marriage of convenience. You see, Jack feels Alethea reminds him of his sister and how can he feel romantic about her? Both of these characters are so lovable. Jack with his youth and inexperience and how he tries so hard to resist Alethea. Jenna Jaxon has a gift for bringing the characters to life and making you feel a part of their emotions. A must read to see what happens with a few secrets being exposed and several funny moments that had me smiling... Although this is part of a wonderful series, it can be read as a standalone. But why would you want to do that? Prepare to be entertained..

About the author

Jenna Jaxon is the author of the House of Pleasure series, as well as the historical romance trilogy Time Enough to Love. She lives in Virginia with her family and a small menagerie of pets. When not reading or writing, she indulges her passion for the theatre, working with local theatres as a director. Visit her at jennajaxon.wordpress.com.