The Price of Temptation: 2 [Mass Market Paperback] Cornwall, Lecia

The second in Cornwall's Regency romance series picks up where scandal left off. A notorious rake with a ruined reputation meets a woman who sees past society's judgment — but can she afford to be seen with him? Set against ballrooms and country estates, this is about two people who've been burned before finding their way to each other despite whispers, wagers, and a world determined to keep them apart. Cornwall writes sharp banter and genuine chemistry, with just enough heat to keep things interesting. The plot moves quickly, the secondary characters have actual personality, and the emotional stakes feel real. If you're tired of virginal heroines and brooding dukes who need fixing, this might be your speed.