The two of them strike a deal: Thomas will show her all there is to know about the world -and intimacy-and Jane will help him find a bride. What does one more scandal matter to a family with such a curious reputation? Jane is independent, but not as well versed in life-and love-as she wants. After her fianc ended their engagement two years ago, Jane boldly left her parents' home and moved in with her half-brother Percy. His father has lost their income, his sister needs looking after, and so to save them all from a life of poverty he travels to London in search of an heiress.Įnter Lady Jane Capel. Thomas Sharpe is handsome, well-bred, and desperately in need of a wealthy bride. It's a well-known fact that when a man is in search of a bride, a good dowry is never a hindrance. Make Megan Frampton your next read -Sarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author Strong heroines, sexy heroes, delicious stories. Perfect for fans of Sarah McLean, Tessa Dare, and Eloisa James. In this delightful flip of a classic romance trope, Megan Frampton creates a handsome, witty, hero in need of a wealthy bride who meets his match in Lady Jane Capel, from A Wicked Bargain with the Duke.
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