Unfortunately the gentleman in question, the Dukeof Somerton, hasn’t yet offered—a mere formalityfor a confirmed member of the Husband Hunters Clubof Miss Debenham’s Finishing School. Like herfriends, Eugenie is unwilling to wait demurely untilthe perfect mate happens by. And, despite thehandsome duke’s imposing reputation, she can feelhis heated glances in her direction are chargedwith desire . . . and possibilities.

Saddled with a dukedom, a haughty dowager,and an irresponsible younger sister, Sinclair St. John isfar too occupied with important matters to indulge inromantic whims. But for the first time in his life, a brazentemptress has him utterly distracted. He could—andhe should—dismiss her and court someone morebefitting his station. But he is irresistibly drawn to this bewitching woman . . . and must match her gameof seduction, move for passionate move.