Mad About the Earl Brooke, Christina

Lady Evelyn Worthing has a plan: marry a respectable man, avoid scandal, and absolutely do not fall for the notorious rake next door. But when Gabriel Marston, the Earl of Pemberton, needs a fake fiancée to ward off matchmaking mamas, Eve agrees — purely as a business arrangement, of course. What starts as a convenient charade quickly turns complicated when stolen kisses feel far too real and Gabriel proves to be more than his scandalous reputation suggests. Set against Regency ballrooms and country estates, this is historical romance that leans into the delicious tension between propriety and passion. Christina Brooke delivers witty banter, slow-burn chemistry, and the kind of rake who's worth reforming. Perfect for fans of Tessa Dare or anyone who believes the best love stories start with a fake engagement.