Earl Next Door - (First Comes Love) by Amelia Grey (Paperback)

About the Book

"New York Times"-bestselling author Grey delivers the first in a new Regency series about independent young widows who are taking London by storm. Original.

Book Synopsis

What does a fiercely independent young widow really want? One determined suitor is about to find out. . .

When Adeline, Dowager Countess of Wake, learns of her husband's sudden death, she realizes she's free. At last, she can do, go, and be as she pleases. Finally, she can have the life she has always dreamed of. She doesn't need, or want, to remarry. Especially not the supremely dashing future Marquis of Marksworth, who makes Adeline yearn for his desire. . .

Lord Lyonwood, son of a philandering marquis, will not be like his father. He wants to run his estates and watch them flourish--and find a wife who brings love to his life. When he meets spirited and self-reliant Adeline in a case of near-scandalous mistaken identity, Lyon feels he's met his match. But Adeline isn't interested in a marriage proposal. She will only accept becoming his lover--and Lyon finds it hard to refuse. Unless the fire of his passion can melt Adeline's resolve. . .

"A master storyteller."--Affaire de Coeur

Review Quotes

"Grey's unconventional meet-cute, compelling series backbone, and authentic characters move an interesting plot forward ... An engaging series start." - Kirkus

"Grey's prose is strong and her characters are fun." - Publisher's Weekly

"Grey launches her First Comes Love series with a perfectly matched pair of protagonists, a vividly etched supporting cast, and plenty of potent sexual chemistry and breathtaking sensuality." - Booklist

"Engaging, entertaining, and enjoyable." - Fresh Fiction

Praise for AMELIA GREY:

"A great start to a new series." --Romance Reviews Today on Last Night with the Duke

"Grey charms readers with the first in her Rakes of St. James series, a tale filled with romance, fun and enchantment. A quick, charming read from a shining voice of the genre." --RT Book Reviews on Last Night with the Duke

"A captivating historical fiction romance." --Write-Escape on Last Night with the Duke

"A fast-paced enjoyable romance with strong lead characters and a delightful, intriguing plot, Last Night With A Duke is a fun, engaging historical romance." --Okie Dreams Book Reviews on Last Night with the Duke

"An enchanting and lovely start to a new series." --The Reading Wench on Last Night with the Duke

About the Author

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Amelia Grey read her first romance book when she was thirteen and she's been a devoted reader of love stories ever since. Her awards include the Booksellers Best, Aspen Gold, and the Golden Quill. Writing as Gloria Dale Skinner, she won the coveted Romantic Times Award for Love and Laughter, and the prestigious Maggie Award. Her books have sold to many countries in Europe, Indonesia, Turkey, Russia, and Japan. Several of her books have also been featured in Doubleday and Rhapsody Book Clubs. Amelia is the author of more than twenty-five books, including the Heirs' Club trilogy and the Rakes of St. James series. She's been happily married to her high school sweetheart for over thirty-five years and she lives on the beautiful gulf coast of Northwest Florida.