The Rake and the Muse
(2025)(The second book in the Unlikely Betrothal series)
A novel by Christina Diane
A woman with a dream. A rake with a secret passion. A scandalous encounter.
Juliet
Juliet knows exactly what she wants—to display her art and soul for all the world to view. The last thing she sees in her vision is a talented rake, but that’s exactly what Juliet finds in the tempting Theo, Marquess of Camden.
As talented and off-limits as Theo is, Juliet soon finds herself falling headfirst into what could be quite a salacious scandal with the sinful artisan rake in her midst.
Is their love the masterpiece she’s been searching for? Or will Juliet’s dreams shatter more than just Theo’s artistic aspirations?
Theo
Theo has spent years hiding his true passion—art. However, being known as a rake is the perfect cover for Theo to study the beauty of human form…while also indulging in it, of course.
When a chance meeting introduces Theo to the stunning Juliet, he knows he’s found his muse. His masterpiece.
If only Theo could convince the ambitious Juliet to let him capture her heart in more ways than one…
Can Theo put aside his reputation in favor of his heart? Or will his intentions paint a scandal that will ruin more than just his family’s name?
Note: This is a spicy novella with 5+ explicit scenes and a guaranteed HEA!
Tropes:
Juliet
Juliet knows exactly what she wants—to display her art and soul for all the world to view. The last thing she sees in her vision is a talented rake, but that’s exactly what Juliet finds in the tempting Theo, Marquess of Camden.
As talented and off-limits as Theo is, Juliet soon finds herself falling headfirst into what could be quite a salacious scandal with the sinful artisan rake in her midst.
Is their love the masterpiece she’s been searching for? Or will Juliet’s dreams shatter more than just Theo’s artistic aspirations?
Theo
Theo has spent years hiding his true passion—art. However, being known as a rake is the perfect cover for Theo to study the beauty of human form…while also indulging in it, of course.
When a chance meeting introduces Theo to the stunning Juliet, he knows he’s found his muse. His masterpiece.
If only Theo could convince the ambitious Juliet to let him capture her heart in more ways than one…
Can Theo put aside his reputation in favor of his heart? Or will his intentions paint a scandal that will ruin more than just his family’s name?
Note: This is a spicy novella with 5+ explicit scenes and a guaranteed HEA!
Tropes:
- Curvy FMC
Reforming the Rake
Motivated Heroine
Secret Passions
Deathbed Promise
House Party
*Each book in the Unlikely Betrothal series is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order and read in Kindle Unlimited!- Book 1: The Earl and the Vixen
Book 2: The Rake and the Muse
Book 3: The Marquess and the Earl
Book 4: The Viscount and the Wallflower
Book 5: The Duke and the Widow
Genre: Historical Romance
- Book 1: The Earl and the Vixen