A Rogue by Any Other Name

Ten years after being cast out of society, the Marquess of Bourne has clawed his way back to power as a formidable partner in London's most exclusive gaming hell. Cold and ruthless, he's determined to reclaim his rightful inheritance, a goal that necessitates a strategic marriage to the impeccable Lady Penelope Marbury. Penelope, weary from a broken engagement and a string of uninspiring courtships, enters the union with low expectations, only to discover a world of uncharted pleasures and desires within her new husband's reach. Though Bourne is deeply entrenched in the city's underbelly, he vows to shield Penelope from its corruption. However, as Penelope awakens to her own fierce passions, she finds herself increasingly drawn to the thrill of the wager, willing to risk everything—even her heart—for a love that defies societal rules. This enthralling first novel in the 'Rules of Scoundrels' series masterfully blends wit, sensuality, and emotional depth.