by Lynsay Sands
First published 2007
Charlie and her twin sister Elizabeth flee their uncle by taking turns disguising themselves as young gentlemen. During their escape, Charlie meets Lord Jeremy William Radcliffe and tumbles head over heels for the handsome nobleman, literally falling out a window in the process. Radcliffe offers to escort both "him" and Elizabeth to London, creating an impossible situation for Charlie. Every contact with the lord awakens forbidden feelings she cannot act upon while maintaining her masculine disguise. Radcliffe treats her with brotherly concern, unaware that his innocent touches spark desires that threaten to expose her deception. Charlie enjoys the freedom that comes with playing a male role, but she discovers even greater pleasure in embracing her feminine nature. When Radcliffe finally kisses her after her true identity is revealed, Charlie abandons all pretense and commits herself completely to becoming his woman.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, adventure, 19th-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water
Period: 19th-Century
368 pages · Mass Market Paperback · Leisure Books