A ruthless self-made tycoon and a proper lady discover they're perfectly matched in passion when a stolen kiss spirals into something neither can resist. Zachary needs a wife to cement his place in London society, but when he meets the captivating Holly Taylor, their chemistry is far too explosive to ignore—and he's willing to risk everything for her. Holly has always played by society's rules, but Zachary's dangerous proposition awakens a side of her she never knew existed, forcing her to choose between respectability and the wildest love of her life. Kleypas delivers pure romance magic with two headstrong characters who finally meet their match in each other.

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Sultry Regency-era tension meets forbidden desire—think lush strings, smoldering R&B, and indie tracks that pulse with restless passion. Deep vocals, slow burns, and moments of breathless intensity. For when propriety shatters and chemistry ignites.