The Scoundrel's Honor

In the second installment of USA Today bestselling author Christi Caldwell’s Sinful Brides series, a noblewoman risks her reputation—and her heart—on London’s most notorious gaming proprietor.

Thanks to her older siblings, Lady Penelope Tidemore is no stranger to scandal. In order for her to make a good match, her secret longings for intrigue and romance must be quelled. Yet it is through terrible mischance that Penelope is caught in a compromising position—however innocent—with the darkly enigmatic viscount Ryker Black.

Mr. Black is no gentleman. Raised from the streets and proprietor of the most notorious gaming hell in London, Black lives in a world filled with debauchery and danger. Taking a Society wife from the very ton he despises is not part of his plan, even if the innocent Penelope turns his blood hot with desire.

But Penelope isn’t afraid of Mr. Black, and she soon discovers that his reputation as a scoundrel may be designed to hide a surprising vulnerability. As this unlikely husband and wife grow closer, they learn that what started as chance could end up sealing their fates.

USA Today bestselling author Christi Caldwell blames Julie Garwood and Judith McNaught. After all, they were the ones who lured her into the world of historical romance. It was only when Christi was sitting in her graduate school apartment at the University of Connecticut that she began writing her own tales of love. While she believes even the most perfect heroes and heroines have imperfections, she rather enjoys torturing them—before the couple earns their well-deserved happily ever after.

Christi makes her home in southern Connecticut, where she spends her time writing, chasing after her courageous son, and caring for her twin princesses-in-training. For the latest information about Christi’s releases, future books, and free bonus material, you can sign up for her newsletter at www.christicaldwell.com.