About the Book Originally published in 2022 by Orion Books in Great Britain. Book Synopsis A #1 New York Times bestselling author delivers a sexy and scandalous Regency romance about an adventurous woman and the mysterious son of a duke who finds his way into her life--perfect for Bridgerton fans. Eliza Melrose has always cherished her independence. And when she and her family lived in the countryside, it was easy to slip out for a midnight ride, write articles for her fathers newspaper, and otherwise do as she pleased. But now that theyve moved to the heart of fashionable London, her every move is scrutinized and judged. Worse yet, her father wants her to wed and take her proper place in society. But Eliza wants nothing to do with marriage. And when the new Duke of Chester moves into his familys long-abandoned home across the square, her journalistic instincts immediately kick in. Are the rumors true--did he really kill his family? Is he as rakish as everyone says? The more Eliza finds out, the more she wants to know. Because the duke is a fascinating study of contradictions--reclusive and arrogant, fiercely protective and deeply passionate. But those who dance too close to the fire often get burned. And as the undeniable flame between them ignites, the only question is: Whos holding the match? Sexy, scandalous and utterly unputdownable, this is the Regency novel youve been waiting for! Review Quotes A brave, cutting-edge romance...This is a worthwhile read.-- Library Journal on The Forbidden Super steamy, emotionally intense.-- Library Journal on With This Man Malpass sexy love scenes scorch the page.-- Publishers Weekly About the Author #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Jodi Ellen Malpas was born and raised in England, where she lives with her husband, her boys, and Theo the Doberman. She is a self-professed daydreamer and has a terrible weak spot for alpha males. After writing in secret for too long, Jodi exploded onto the scene in 2012 with her debut novel This Man, starring the prolific Jesse Ward. Writing powerful love stories with fierce, memorable characters is her passion-a passion that has taken her on an amazing journey into the limelight of romantic fiction. Her work is now published in more than twenty-five languages across the world.