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A marriage of convenience seems perfect, until inconvenient feelings get in the way. Victoria Alexander delivers a witty Regency romp where two people determined not to fall in love do exactly that, with sharp banter, simmering chemistry, and enough scheming relatives to keep things entertaining. 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What starts as mutual antagonism turns into reluctant partnership as Derek agrees to help India pull off the scheme — complete with a fake engagement to throw off suspicion. Victoria Alexander delivers a delightful Victorian romp where proprietary facades crumble, travel dreams collide with reality, and two people who think they have everything figured out discover they've been plotting the wrong course all along. 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The infuriating Lord Shelbrooke keeps getting in her way, and he fails every single criterion on her list. He's arrogant, improper, and entirely too charming for her own good. Victoria Alexander delivers sharp banter, simmering tension, and the kind of chemistry that makes lists look ridiculous. It's Jane Austen energy with a bit more heat, perfect for readers who like their historical romances smart, swoony, and self-aware. 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