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She dreams of freedom. He hides behind a mask. Together, they ignite a passion that could inspire—or destroy—them both. Juliet Lady Juliet Lane knows what she wants: to share her art with the world and live life on her own terms. Marriage? Not in the cards. But her carefully sketched plans unravel when she meets Theo, the Marquess of Camden. With his sinful smirk and a passion for art as fierce as her own, Theo tempts her into a world of secrets and seduction she never imagined. Theo To society, Theo Camden is the perfect rake—all charm and wicked grins. But behind closed doors, he hides a secret: his devotion to art. When Juliet enters his life, she’s more than just another beauty. She’s his muse, his masterpiece—and the greatest risk he’s ever faced. As much as Theo yearns for her, the weight of duty and reputation looms over their fiery connection. Two artists. One scandalous love affair. A temptation too intriguing to resist. Their passion is a masterpiece in the making, but desire comes at a price. Can they defy society’s expectations and create a future together, or will ambition and duty tear them apart? Note: This is a spicy novella with 5+ explicit scenes and a guaranteed HEA! Content warnings can be found on author's website. Tropes: Curvy FMC, Reforming the Rake, Motivated Heroine, Secret Passions, Deathbed Promise, House Party Unlikely Betrothal Series: Each novella is a standalone story that can be enjoyed out of order and read in Kindle Unlimited! Book 1: The Earl and the Vixen Book 2: The Rake and the Muse Book 3: The Marquess and the Earl Book 4: The Viscount and the Wallflower Book 5: The Duke and the Widow
Author
Christina Diane is an award-winning, bestselling author who loves to write super spicy, fast paced stories for the modern reader in the genres of historical romance and dark romance. Her historical romances are all set in the Regency era, with creative liberty taken within the historical setting to create a passionate, hot, intriguing story. Across all of her works, if you love combinations of high spice, witty banter, spirited heroines, forbidden romances, darker themes, and hot alpha men...then you are in for a treat! Because bad boys never go out of style! She is a hybrid indie and traditionally published author with Dragonblade Publishing, Romance Cafe, and And You Press. She reads mostly spicy Regency romances and all shades of dark romances, as well as thrillers. Christina lives in Northern Maine with her husband and two boys. Her family also includes their three French bulldogs who go everywhere with them, as well as two solid black cats. The entire family is always up for new adventures. When she is not writing or chasing after her family, she usually has a Kindle in her hand! Her writing journey began at the age of nine when she created her own comic strip, Grizzly Grouch. In adulthood, she was a freelance writer for several years, mostly writing lifestyle pieces for blogs. She found that she couldn’t stop thinking about stories and characters, so much that she had to get them on the page! Christina frequently has dreams of random character ARCs that go into a massive list of planned writings. She currently has more than ten series just waiting to be written! Aside from her family, writing, and books, she loves Bridgerton, the Grinch, Jessica Rabbit, horror movies, Chucky dolls, cold brew, yoga, Hamilton, the color pink, and speaking in obscure quotes from movies and TV shows. Christina loves chatting with her readers and talking about great reads, so please contact her on socials! She’d love to hear what you think about her books and what you’d love to see more of!
