After all, if she has an heir on the way, her future will be secured.

Newly widowed and desperate to protect her estate and beloved servants from her malevolent brother-in-law, Martha Russell conceives a daring plan. 'A desperate heroine, a wickedly sexy hero, an unexpected passion, and strong storytelling along with compelling characterization mark Grant as one to watch.In Cecilia Grant’s emotionally rich and deeply passionate Regency romance debut, a deal with a rumored rogue turns a proper young woman into. 'Thought-provoking, gorgeously written, flawlessly characterized, A Lady Awakened is a breathtaking debut.' Gossamer Obsessions 'Grant details Regency country life beautifully, with a firm and respectful hand, and the subtle yet engrossing courtship is enchanting and gratifying as it transforms these two strong-minded and very unlikely lovers.' Publishers Weekly I was captivated from the first chapter.' ≽ear Author 'I don't think I can really convey how amazing this book is. 'Tantalizingly sexy, heartwarming, and oh-so funny, this romance is unforgettable a stunning debut.' Library Journal 'I've read other books with this same basic plot-heroine needs baby fast, finds jaded hero, hero and heroine discover love in the midst of their passion-and yet A Lady Awakened feels entirely new.' ≺ll About Romance (Desert Isle Keeper pick) Sweet, poignant, and completely satisfying, A Lady Awakened is a romance to treasure.' ≻ooklist (starred review) with a compelling combination of exquisitely nuanced characters and lusciously sensual romance. 'Elegantly written, emotionally powerful. Shortlisted for the American Library Association's RUSA Genre Fiction awards, 2012.But could a lady's sweet surrender open their hearts to the most unexpected arrival of all. But how can he resist this siren in widow's weeds, whose offer is simply too outrageously tempting to decline? Determined she'll get her money's worth, Theo endeavors to awaken this shamefully neglected beauty to the pleasures of the flesh-only to find her dead set against taking any enjoyment in the scandalous bargain. Theophilus Mirkwood ought to be insulted. Forsaking all she knows of propriety, Martha approaches her neighbor, a London exile with a wicked reputation, and offers a strictly business proposition: a month of illicit interludes. Newly widowed and desperate to protect her estate-and housemaids-from a predatory brother-in-law, Martha Russell conceives a daring plan.

A Lady Awakened by Cecilia Grant