A Perfect BrideA Marquess hopes to transform a low-born beauty into an ideal match in the New York Times–bestselling author’s Regency romance. London, 1815. After closing her eyes in the city’s poorest slum, Devon St. James awakens wrapped in fine linens . . . staring into the eyes of the most gorgeous man she has ever seen! Sebastian Sterling, marquess of Thurston, is clearly shocked to have a girl from the streets in his bed—despite the unmistakable desire burning in his gaze. After impetuously carrying her into his home, Sebastian must now deal with this exquisite young beauty in rags. Worse still, the lady is driving the responsible marquess to distraction with her spirit and sensuality. But perhaps with some of Sebastian’s private schooling, this fiery enchantress can learn refinement and manners—and be miraculously transformed into . . . a perfect bride. |
Contents
Section 1 | 19 |
Section 2 | 31 |
Section 3 | 45 |
Section 4 | 57 |
Section 5 | 69 |
Section 6 | 79 |
Section 7 | 89 |
Section 8 | 103 |
Section 16 | 215 |
Section 17 | 229 |
Section 18 | 241 |
Section 19 | 251 |
Section 20 | 261 |
Section 21 | 273 |
Section 22 | 285 |
Section 23 | 299 |
Section 9 | 121 |
Section 10 | 135 |
Section 11 | 147 |
Section 12 | 165 |
Section 13 | 179 |
Section 14 | 195 |
Section 15 | 205 |
Section 24 | 309 |
Section 25 | 325 |
Section 26 | 335 |
Section 27 | 351 |
Section 28 | 359 |
Section 29 | 365 |
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