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An Illicit Engagement
(2011)(The second book in the Gentlemen Next Door series)
A Story by Cecilia Gray
In the spirit of Georgette Heyer, this delightful Regency romp offers a humorous and heartwarming tale... The whole series was freaking adorable and fun. - Shari, the Delighted Reader
Lord Lucas Willoughby earned his moniker as the Matchmaking Baron after his six engagements ended with each lady happily wed - to someone else. He swears off marriage proposals, until his headstrong neighbor proposes something else entirely.
Chastity Drummond has her sights set on a man who barely sees her as a woman, much less a potential wife. She can't seem to get him on bended knee, but knows an engagement to the Matchmaking Baron will turn his head.
Lucas and Chastity's charade takes on a life of its own. As feigned attraction becomes real, they wonder if they might already be perfectly matched. Their illicit engagement will inevitably end in marriage - but to whom?
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ABOUT THE GENTLEMEN NEXT DOOR SERIES
The complete series of novellas is available now! Don't miss The Gentlemen Next Door, because sometimes a lady in need of love need look no further than next door. Each of these shorter, sweet stories can be enjoyed as a standalone, but if you love one, then you'll probably love the entire series.
Book 1: A Delightful Arrangement
Book 2: An Illicit Engagement
Book 3: A Dangerous Expectation
Book 4: A Flirtatious Rendezvous
Characters you meet in The Gentlemen Next Door also appear in the Kiss A Belle series, which features longer novels. While each story can be enjoyed as a standalone, you may want to read them all. Books 1 - 3 occur concurrently and can be read in any order; Books 4 and 5 follow respectively.
Book 1: Kiss Me After
Book 2: Kiss Me Darkly
Book 3: Kiss Me Sweetly
Book 4: Kiss Me Softly
Book 5: Kiss Me Again
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MORE PRAISE FOR THE GENTLEMEN NEXT DOOR
I can't wait to read the next one. That is how addicting this series is. - Lady Armstrong, Netgalley
These books are like a Snickers bar... a satisfying snack for the romantic's proverbial sweet tooth. - J. Yaggi, Netgalley
This is a charming, sweet tale with vibrant, believable characters and witty, humorous dialogue. Ms. Gray has outdone herself with this poignant, character-driven novella. - Joyously Retired Teacher, Amazon.com
Captures your attention from the first page. - The Lady Reads @ Amazon
A wonderful book and a great read. - Bunny's Review
This is a delightful story, well-written, historically accurate and intriguing. - B.S. Andrews @ Amazon
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Cecilia Gray writes sweet stories where the smart girl gets the nice guy.
Genre: Historical Romance
Lord Lucas Willoughby earned his moniker as the Matchmaking Baron after his six engagements ended with each lady happily wed - to someone else. He swears off marriage proposals, until his headstrong neighbor proposes something else entirely.
Chastity Drummond has her sights set on a man who barely sees her as a woman, much less a potential wife. She can't seem to get him on bended knee, but knows an engagement to the Matchmaking Baron will turn his head.
Lucas and Chastity's charade takes on a life of its own. As feigned attraction becomes real, they wonder if they might already be perfectly matched. Their illicit engagement will inevitably end in marriage - but to whom?
* * *
ABOUT THE GENTLEMEN NEXT DOOR SERIES
The complete series of novellas is available now! Don't miss The Gentlemen Next Door, because sometimes a lady in need of love need look no further than next door. Each of these shorter, sweet stories can be enjoyed as a standalone, but if you love one, then you'll probably love the entire series.
Book 1: A Delightful Arrangement
Book 2: An Illicit Engagement
Book 3: A Dangerous Expectation
Book 4: A Flirtatious Rendezvous
Characters you meet in The Gentlemen Next Door also appear in the Kiss A Belle series, which features longer novels. While each story can be enjoyed as a standalone, you may want to read them all. Books 1 - 3 occur concurrently and can be read in any order; Books 4 and 5 follow respectively.
Book 1: Kiss Me After
Book 2: Kiss Me Darkly
Book 3: Kiss Me Sweetly
Book 4: Kiss Me Softly
Book 5: Kiss Me Again
* * *
MORE PRAISE FOR THE GENTLEMEN NEXT DOOR
I can't wait to read the next one. That is how addicting this series is. - Lady Armstrong, Netgalley
These books are like a Snickers bar... a satisfying snack for the romantic's proverbial sweet tooth. - J. Yaggi, Netgalley
This is a charming, sweet tale with vibrant, believable characters and witty, humorous dialogue. Ms. Gray has outdone herself with this poignant, character-driven novella. - Joyously Retired Teacher, Amazon.com
Captures your attention from the first page. - The Lady Reads @ Amazon
A wonderful book and a great read. - Bunny's Review
This is a delightful story, well-written, historically accurate and intriguing. - B.S. Andrews @ Amazon
* * *
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Cecilia Gray writes sweet stories where the smart girl gets the nice guy.
Genre: Historical Romance
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