A Lord’s Scandalous Bet by Emily Honeyfield

Lady Genevieve’s entrance into high society is not merely defined by her elegance and grace; it is shrouded in the mystery of a scar from her past in Africa. Newly arrived in England, and unaware of the rumors surrounding his name, she instantly falls for the wicked Lord Philip. Soon, Genevieve’s heart is caught in the tumultuous conflict between her irresistible attraction to him and the allure of a safer courtship offered by the honorable Lord Stirling.
Will she choose safety over passion?

Lord Philip made several bad investments, losing his father far too much money. Haunted by his troubled past and with a scheming sister trying to set him up, he decides to turn his life around and prove himself capable of being a lord. When he lays eyes on Genevieve, he finds himself irresistibly drawn to her captivating beauty and fiery spirit. Yet, as Cordelia’s sinister plans unravel and secrets come to light, Phillip must confront the consequences of his actions and the true depths of his affection for Genevieve.
Will he risk everything to protect the woman who has ignited a flame in his guarded heart?

As Lady Genevieve and Lord Philip’s passionate love deepens, their affair is threatened by the ominous schemes of his sister. When Cordelia finds the man of her dreams dancing with Lady Genevieve, she vows revenge. Will Genevieve and Philip confront Cordelia head-on or will they risk losing everything they hold dear?

“A Lord’s Scandalous Bet” is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.