Esta saga profundiza en las intrincadas estructuras sociales y los deseos personales de la América colonial. Sigue a mujeres mientras navegan por una sociedad patriarcal donde sus destinos a menudo están dictados por el deber familiar y las presiones económicas. Las narrativas exploran temas de amor, libertad y resiliencia frente a la adversidad, todo ello enmarcado en un contexto de agitación histórica.
Set against the backdrop of Regency England, the story revolves around the Huxtable family, particularly Vanessa, a proud and daring young widow. She is determined to pursue London's most eligible bachelor for reasons beyond love, hinting at deeper motivations. As Vanessa navigates societal expectations and her own desires, the narrative explores themes of passion, ambition, and the complexities of relationships in a scandalous era.
Set in a glamorous historical society, the story revolves around Katherine Huxtable, the youngest sister of a bold family. As the most enchanting innocent, she finds herself targeted by a charming rake determined to win her over. With themes of passion and daring, Katherine is set to challenge the seductive advances of her pursuer, promising a tale of intrigue and romance amidst the backdrop of societal expectations.
Step into a world of scandal, intrigue, and enthralling passion as New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh sweeps us into the lives of an extraordinary family: the Huxtables. Margaret, the eldest, embarks on the most risqué adventure of her life and agrees to marry the most notorious man in London.…Only desperation could bring Duncan Pennethorne, the infamous Earl of Sheringford, back home after the spectacular scandal that had shocked even the jaded ton. Forced to wed in fifteen days or be cut off without a penny, Duncan chooses the one woman in London in frantic need of a husband. A lie to an old flame forces Margaret Huxtable to accept the irresistible stranger’s offer. But once she discovers who he really is, it’s too late—she’s already betrothed to the wickedly sensual rakehell. Quickly she issues an ultimatum: If Duncan wants her, he must woo her. And as passion slowly ignites, two people marrying for all the wrong reasons are discovering the joys of seduction—and awaiting the exquisite pleasure of what comes after….Includes excerpt from Seducing an Angel by Mary Balogh
He must be wealthy, well-born and want her more than he wants any other woman. Those are the conditions that must be met by the man Cassandra Belmont chooses for her lover. Marriage is out of the question for the scandalous widow who must now barter her beauty in order to survive. With seduction in mind, she sets her sights on Stephen Huxtable, the irresistibly attractive Earl of Merton and London's most eligible bachelor.
In her magnificent new novel, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author Mary Balogh sweeps us into a world of scandal and intrigue in glittering Regency England.