The Gentleman’s Seduction
The Gentleman’s Seduction by Lauren Smith is a historical romance published by Lauren Smith in 2018. This edition spans 222 pages and is presented in English. The narrative follows Martin Banks, who seeks revenge against the wealthy landlord Edwin Hartwell, responsible for his family’s downfall. When Martin wins a card game against Hartwell, he is unexpectedly offered Hartwell’s daughter, Livvy, as payment. This twist leads to a complex interplay of vengeance and seduction, as Martin navigates his growing feelings while adhering to a set of rules he establishes.
Readers will find a blend of romance and intrigue as Livvy agrees to accompany Martin in a bid to save her father from financial ruin. She approaches their arrangement with caution, determined to guard her heart while enjoying the fleeting romance. The story explores their contrasting rules for their relationship, which include outdoor adventures and intimate meals, alongside a humorous take on their expectations. With themes rooted in revenge and romance, The Gentleman’s Seduction offers a unique perspective on love amidst the backdrop of Regency and Victorian settings.
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‘Tis the season…for revenge.
Eleven years ago during Christmas, Martin Banks’ family was thrown into the streets by wealthy landlord, Edwin Hartwell. Now this holiday season, Fate has handed Martin an unexpected gift. Vengeance. Defeating Hartwell at cards gives Martin the chance to financially ruin the man–but damn, instead of money, Hartwell offers his daughter as payment. And double damn, Martin stupidly accepts. How did retribution turn into seduction? Martin refuses to let himself fall in love, so there must be rules to this game.
And perhaps a bit of romance.
Desperate to save her father from ruin, Livvy Hartwell agrees to accompany Martin as his paramour. She long ago accepted that a penniless bluestocking like herself had no chance for a well-suited marriage. If a few passionate months with a man like Martin is all she’ll ever have as far as romance, it’s an opportunity she will take. But she must guard her heart. He might be handsome as the devil and tempting as sin, but she can’t be a typical mistress and doesn’t want Martin to call her such. In fact, she has a list of rules.
Livvy’s Rules:
Adventures outdoors such as horseback riding would be appreciated.
Evening meals should be eaten together to converse about the day’s events.
Allotted time alone to read gothic novels.
Kissing should be kept at a minimum.
Martin’s Rules:
Adventures are required–particularly indoors–and will be greatly appreciated.
Evening meals will sometimes be eaten in the bedroom, naked.
Allotted time together to act out the sensual gothic novels.
Kissing–a lot of it and in some very pleasurable spots — is required.
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