The clock's ticking. on their risky charade! Louisa must convince her grandfather she's going to wed if she's to receive her inheritance and escape his tyranny! But the wallflower is a disaster debutante, and she's given up hope of finding a suitor. Until her brother's best friend, Thomas, Duke of Bonham, agrees to an engagement ruse. Playing the part of Louisa's fiancé is a welcome distraction from Thomas's ducal burden, and a chance to help the woman he always viewed as a sister. Except, after a stolen kiss, his feelings for her are anything but brotherly, making it harder to pull away when their game is up. Perfect for fans of: Fake relationship Brother's best friend.