His Lady Deceived By Cheryl Bolen -

The plan works too well. Sarah, convinced of Alfred's unworthiness, loses interest. Only then does Alfred realize he has made a massive mistake and that he actually wants to win her back.

A beautiful, wealthy "spinster" looking for a genuine connection. His Lady Deceived by Cheryl Bolen

Alfred's best friend and the unwitting catalyst for the central conflict. The plan works too well

Regency Historical Romance (specifically a Christmas novella). Series: This is the second book in The Deceived Series . The plan works too well. Sarah

A 30-year-old rake who prefers sport and gambling to marriage.