Most debutantes dream of finding a husband, but Lady Pandora Ravenel is an ambitious young beauty who would much rather stay at home and plot out her new board game business than take part in the London Season. But one night at a glittering society ball, she’s ensnared in a scandal with a wickedly handsome stranger.

 A cynical rake . . .

After years of evading marital traps, Gabriel, Lord St. Vincent, has finally been caught by a rebellious girl who couldn’t be less suitable. In fact, she wants nothing to do with him. But Gabriel finds the high-spirited Pandora irresistible.

A perilous plot . . .

After succumbing to Gabriel’s sensuous persuasion, Pandora agrees to become his bride. But soon she discovers that her entrepreneurial endeavors have involved her in a dangerous conspiracy. As Gabriel protects her from their unknown adversaries, they realize their devil’s bargain may just turn out to be a match made in heaven . . .

New York Times bestselling author Lisa Kleypas graduated from Wellesley College with a political science degree. She is a RITA^® Award-winning author of both historical romance and contemporary women’s fiction. She lives in Washington State with her husband and their two children.