title: The Reluctant Lady
author: Morrell, Kate
description: A #1 Amazon Best Seller Regency Historical Romance in the UK When rakish Lord Rothsea's notorious temper draws him into a hasty duel, it stirs the darkest memories from his troubled past. Then his opponent's blood-thirsty sibling turns up seeking justice! Spirited and proud, Merry has masqueraded as a boy for most of her life, relishing the freedom of her male guise. Then disturbingly attractive Lord Rothsea crashes into her world, and turns it on its head. She vows to make him pay! Rothsea has his own reasons for compelling the very desirable Merry to embrace her true sex. But will doing so only drive her into the arms of his handsome friend Harry? In a dramatic adventure, full of unexpected twists and passionate sensuality, the lives of these two hot-blooded characters collide and intertwine, forcing each to face their demons and fight for love. In the best traditions of Regency historical romance, engaging characters, sparkling wit, and sumptuous period detail bring this fascinating world vividly to life in an unforgettable love story you won't want to end.