Sizzling Nights with a Tempting Earl

Sizzling Nights with a Tempting EarlA REGENCY ROMANCE NOVELEMILY HONEYFIELD Copyright © 2023 by Emily HoneyfieldAll Rights Reserved.This book may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the written permission of the publisher.In no way is it legal to reproduce, duplicate, or transmit any part of this document in either electronic means or in printed format. Recording of this publication is strictly prohibited and any storage of this document is not allowed unless with written permission from the publisher. Table of ContentsSizzling Nights with a Tempting EarlTable of ContentsFree Exclusive GiftSizzling Nights with a Tempting EarlIntroductionChapter 1Chapter 2Chapter 3Chapter 4Chapter 5Chapter 6Chapter 7Chapter 8Chapter 9Chapter 10Chapter 11Chapter 12Chapter 13Chapter 14Chapter 15Chapter 16Chapter 17Chapter 18Chapter 19Chapter 20Chapter 21Chapter 22Chapter 23Chapter 24Chapter 25Chapter 26A Rogue Duke's RedemptionIntroductionChapter 1Chapter 2 Free Exclusive GiftSign up for my mailing list to be notified of hot new releases and get my latest Full-Length Novel “Conquering an Untamed Lady” (available only to my subscribers) for FREE!Click the link or enter it into your browserhttp://emilyhoneyfield.com/marjorie Sizzling Nights with a Tempting Earl IntroductionJuliet Bastable dreams of a life beyond her family's dress shop, until her father's knighthood thrusts her into high society. As she navigates this unfamiliar territory, Juliet catches the eye of the seductive Earl of Cogsley, a man whose mere presence sets her heart aflutter. In his arms, she discovers a passion within her that she never knew existed, and her once-distant dreams for a better life finally seem tantalisingly close. Yet, Juliet must confront the harsh realities of a society that values status over love.Will she risk everything for the fiery desire that burns within her?Graham, Earl of Cogsley has been trapped in his grief for too long, but when he lays eyes on the alluring Juliet, he feels a spark that ignites a long-forgotten flame within him. As he gets to know her, he discovers a woman who is both strong and compassionate, and he can not resist the temptation. However, as a nobleman, he knows that his undeniable passion for Juliet will be frowned upon by society…Can he find the courage to break with tradition and pursue a sizzling love that goes against everything society expects of him?As the night of the ball approaches, Juliet and Graham's feelings for each other grow more intense. Their stolen glances and whispered confessions leave them both burning with need, unable to resist the attraction between them. With society's watchful gaze upon them, they know they are taking a risk, but the allure of each other is too strong to ignore. Will they be able to overcome the obstacles that stand in their way and find the happiness they both crave? Or will their scandalous affair be just another casualty of the rigid social order that governs their lives? Chapter 1“Pray, forgive me for saying as much, but I do not believe that colour suits you, Sir,” Juliet jested in her usual way. She addressed the gentleman who, at present, was holding a bolt of pale pink cloth, running his fingers over the fine material, and murmuring to himself.Juliet was working the morning shift at her father’s shop, Bastable’s Finery. When the gentleman had entered the store nearly a quarter of an hour before, the little bell overhead let out a tinkling sound, alerting her to his presence, but it need not have done as much. Her eyes had been drawn to the strikingly handsome fellow. He was tall and moved with athletic grace.His sandy blonde hair was tousled in a ‘devil may care’ way, and she immediately took him for a nobleman because of his fine attire. She spoke to him now, not only because it was curious that he had spent his entire time in the shop fondling the pretty pink material, but also because she wished to look fully into his face and observe his attractive features.“What?” the gentleman asked softly. He held tight to the cloth but turned toward Juliet.Ah yes, just as I suspected.His eyes were a hazy blue hue. The midmorning light poured in through the windowpanes, making them seem lighter and a little brighter than she had first noticed. There was a melancholy air about the gentleman, but when Juliet glimpsed his eyes, she knew that he was still full of hope, which likely explained why he spent his time glancing at the pink fabric.“I was merely mentioning, sir, that I am not sure that sort of pale pink will suit your colouring,” Juliet replied, pursing her lips together to prevent herself from smirking. “I do not think it will be serviceable to make a riding jacket out of such material, either. It will likely rip to shreds because it is so delicate.”The gentleman glanced down at the fabric in his hands, then a smile quirked the corners of his finely shaped lips. He unfurled a bit of material and held it up so that it covered his entire chest. “I think you may be judging too quickly, miss. I think I should look quite good in this colour.”Ahh, a playful fellow; how very refreshing.It was not often that the gentlemen who visited her father’s shop spent any time looking over the satin and silks, but to find one who also was not averse to jesting with her; well, that was just too good to be true.Juliet tipped her head to the side and drew her mouth into a pensive expression. “You may be correct, sir, but I cannot tell. Come.” She motioned for him to follow her a few paces to the right and indicated he should step onto the dais, which was right in front of a full-length mirror. She turned to find that the gentleman obliged her and trailed after, bringing the bolt of cloth with him. “Come, come,” she said briskly, “up onto the dais.”The man gave a sparkling laugh. “This is not something we gentlemen tend to do.”“It is not,” Juliet agreed, “but I believe the expression is ‘there’s a first time for everything.’”“Certainly.”