The Lady's Guide to Scandal: a 'fake engagement' historical romance

With her name mired in scandal, Cornelia Mortmain's marriage prospects are nil.

Celebrated explorer Ethan Burnell has all the ladies swooning, but he's exactly the sort of 'dangerous man' Cornelia has sworn off.

When Burnell's sister throws a Christmas house-party, intent on fixing him up with a bride, he sees only one way out: a fake engagement for the duration of the festivities!

Cornelia knows she's crazy to agree to the plan, but has faith Ethan's "adoration" will bring other suitors running.

Can she put up with his cocky ways (without wringing his neck?)

The game is on!

What to expect: Witty banter and laugh-out-loud scenes, a bluestocking heroine who meets her match, a fake engagement, and a Christmas party that changes everything.

Discover more in 'The Lady's Guide' series

The Lady’s Guide to a Highlander's Heart

The Lady's Guide to Mistletoe and Mayhem

The Lady’s Guide to Escaping Cannibals

The Lady’s Guide to Deception and Desire

The Lady’s Guide to Tempting a Transylvanian Count

The Lady's Guide to Well-Endowed Dukes

Each can be enjoyed individually and in any order.

Tropes and Themes

bluestocking heroine

archaeologist hero

family secrets

opposites attract

widowed heroine

alpha hero