Waking up with the Duke

*They are masters of seduction, London's greatest lovers ...*

Renowned for his bedchamber prowess, Ransom Seymour, the Duke of Ainsley, owes a debt to a friend. But the payment expected is most shocking, even to an unrepentant rake—for he's being asked to provide his friend's exquisite wife with what she most dearly covets: a child.

*Living for pleasure, they will give their hearts to no one ...*

Lady Jayne Seymour, Marchioness of Walfort, is furious that such a scandalous agreement would be made. If she acquiesces, there must be rules: no kissing . . . and, certainly, no pleasure.

*Until love takes them by surprise.*

But unexpected things occur with the surprisingly tender duke—especially once Lady Jayne discovers the rogue can make her dream again . . . and Ransom realizes he's found the one woman he truly cannot live without.

Tropes & themes

Dukes

More by Lorraine Heath

• Passions of a Wicked Earl (2005)
• Beyond Scandal and Desire (2018)
• Beauty Tempts the Beast (2020)
• Scoundrel of My Heart (2021)
• The Return of the Duke (2022)
• When a Duke Loves a Woman (2018)
• → Lorraine Heath books in order (full reading guide)

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