Gray, Juliana

Witty banter, sharp humor, and delectable sexual chemistry spice up this exquisitely written, nonstop adventure that takes the cross-dressing theme to the max, adds a dollop of farce, and beautifully wraps up this offbeat late Victorian trilogy. Gray (How To Master Your Marquis) lives in the Northeast.

In this second series title from Gray (after How To Tame Your Duke), readers are aware that the marquis is fighting for his life even before the romance begins, which only serves to heighten the suspense as the couple's passion and the legal machinations head for a tumultuous collision. This entrancing and searing love story is highly recommended.

Emilie, "who, beneath her quiet and dutiful exterior, craved adventure," finds more than adventure with a man who suffered greatly for his country and now thinks he knows a semblance of peace with a seductive young woman. Featuring astute writing and charm, this work from Gray (A Duke Never Yields) sets off a new series with some serious heat.

The charming plot, enlightening historical detail, breathtaking sensuality, and unusual 1890s Tuscan setting take a backseat to the exquisite characterizations, clever dialog, and addictive prose that make this exceptional debut stand apart. Fans will be anxious for the rest of the trilogy (A Gentleman Never Tells, Nov. 2012; A Duke Never Yields, Feb. 2013). Gray lives in the Northeast.