In this Regency romance trilogy opener by aUSA Todaybestselling author, a lovelorn girl pines for the attention of a sexy widower.

Determined to find a husband, Miss Eleanor Nell Bowman attends a ball put on by the Duchess of Greycliffe, fondly referred to as the Duchess of Love. But she roundly dismisses the suitors the matchmaking hostess has invited on her behalf. For its the duchesss dashing son Ned, Lord Edward, who long ago captured Nells heartand roused her desire. All it takes is a pair of conveniently misplaced silky red bloomers to set the handsome widowers gaze on this unusual girl who is clearly more than meets the eye . . .

After more than a year of mourning, Ned longs to finally start anew. At first glance, the birthday ball his mother has thrown in his honor is decidedly lacking in suitable mistresses. But he senses something unexpectedly alluring beneath the veil of Nells plain exteriorsomething shes anxious to reveal, and the lonely Lord is incapable of denying . . .

Named one of ALA Booklists top ten romances for 2012 

An engaging tale that balances greed, jealousy, and malice with humor and sweetness. . . . Readers will cheer. Publishers Weekly (starred review) 

Once again MacKenzie creates a historical romance that will keep readers entertained from beginning to end. Booklist (starred review) 

With capable hands, [MacKenzie] blends a touch of poignancy with just the right amount of humor into this delightful love story. RT Book Reviews