London's Perfect Scoundrel: Lessons in LoveHarper Collins, 2009 M10 13 - 384 pages A determined young lady vows to give one of London's infamous rakes his comeuppance -- but when the rogue turns the tables, who truly learns a lesson in love? Beloved SinnerThe ton gossips call him "Saint" -- but the Marquisof St. Aubyn has well earned his reputation as London's perfect scoundrel. Evelyn Ruddick knows she should avoid him at all costs -- but the strikingly beautiful lady wants to aid the children of the Heart of Hope Orphanage, and he heads the board of trustees. Evie is determined to teachthe charming, arrogant man a lesson in compassion, but it won't be so easy -- especially since his touch is setting her desire aflame, making Evie yearn to submit to his passionate instruction ... The idea of joining in her "project" is unthinkable, but this enchantress refuses to give up! So what else is there for a self-respecting rake to do but seduce the lady? Yet soon it is he who is beingseduced by Evie's tender heart and fiery blushes. Could the temptation of long, passionate nights in her arms bring about the impossible? Could the disreputable Saint at long last be reformed? |
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... Miss ... Ruddick ? " Evelyn hated this part , mostly because it always en- tailed lying . And she detested lying . “ Well , first of all , I wanted to tell you that your gown is absolutely the most splendid creation ever . " The ...
... Ruddick family coach . “ Very good , Miss Ruddick . " The butler softly closed the front door behind her , but Evie didn't let out her breath until the coach had safely trundled down the short front drive . Thank goodness . It was bad ...
... Miss Ruddick , ” Sir Edward Willsley said , his thick brows arched in surprise . " Whatever brings you here on this fine day ? " Evie curtsied , though technically she outranked half the men present . Politeness and flattery always ...
... Miss Ruddick ? Some of these orphans are , I believe , quite uncivilized . ” " All the more reason for me to volunteer my time , " Evelyn replied . “ And as I mentioned , I do have some funds at my discretion . With your kind permission ...
... Miss Ruddick is willing to donate her time and money to our c— ” وو " Money , you say ? " the marquis repeated , his gaze still on Evelyn . " No wonder the lot of you are panting . " " Look here , St. Aub— ” " What's your plan , then , Miss ...
Contents
Section 14 | 165 |
Section 15 | 187 |
Section 16 | 206 |
Section 17 | 221 |
Section 18 | 237 |
Section 19 | 249 |
Section 20 | 265 |
Section 21 | 286 |
Section 9 | 97 |
Section 10 | 112 |
Section 11 | 132 |
Section 12 | 141 |
Section 13 | 151 |
Section 22 | 305 |
Section 23 | 316 |
Section 24 | 333 |
Section 25 | 355 |
Section 26 | 373 |