Prepare for your new addiction in this new regency romance from the bestselling author of A Duke of One's Own, perfect for fans of Julia Quinn and Evie Dunmore.'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTONSophie Delavallois is the new companion to the ageing Dowager Marchioness, but she also has another reason for coming to the infamous Wyverne mansion, one that will shake the family to their core.

Lord Drake left his childhood home many years ago, and only returns now to see his beloved grandmother. He takes little interest in the goings on of the house, until the arrival of Mademoiselle Delavallois. There's something about her that he can't put his finger on; it's as if he's seen her before, but surely, that is not possible...

Sophie is also drawn to Drake, but he is a Wyverne, and she cannot allow herself to fall for him, because her intentions towards the family are resolute - revenge. But inside the walls of Wyverne Hall, she discovers the rumours about the family barely scratch the surface, and she can't escape the dangerous allure of the Viscount.

Once her plans are set in motion, will he be her saviour or her ruin?

Previously published as The Viscount and the Thief

Praise for Emma Orchard:

'This story is full of drama, suspense, chilling, romantic, steamy and entertaining moments... honestly, it had it all.' Goodreads review

'Bridgerton meets Oceans eleven!' Goodreads review

'A beautifully written Regency romance that made me pant for more after every chapter!' Goodreads review

'Very fun book filled with a devious back story... It is a delightful read to be fully enjoyed!' Goodreads review

'A fab story which you shouldn't miss!' Goodreads review

'This was a binge book 100%, as I could have sat down and read straight through this whole thing.' Goodreads review

'What a wonderful escapist read - so enjoyable I raced through it barely pausing to take a breath.' Goodreads review

'If you're girding your loins for Bridgerton, you may want to indulge in this Regency romp' - THE TIMES

'An exciting new talent' - KATIE FFORDE

'Hot stuff. I loved it!' - FERN BRITTON

'Absolutely glorious' - SOPHIE IRWIN

'A delicious Regency romp' - ALAN TITCHMARSH

'Sensual and exciting' - HEIDI SWAIN

'Heyer with spice!' - LIZ FENWICK

'Witty, heartfelt, deeply emotionally authentic and incredibly sexy' - KATY MORAN

'Sexy, seductive and swoon worthy' - SARAH BENNETT

'Witty, spicy, seductive' - HANNAH DOLBY

'Perfect for fans of Bridgerton' - DARCIE BOLEYN

'Fans of Heyer and Bridgerton rejoice!' - CHARLOTTE BUTTERFIELD

'A delicious slice of escapism' - LAURA WOOD

'Heart-thumping romance' - JENNI KEER

Autorentext

Emma was born in Salford and studied English Literature at the universities of Edinburgh and York. She was a copy editor at Mills & Boon, where she met her husband in a classic enemies-to-lovers romance. Emma has worked in television and as a Literary Agent, and started writing in 2020.