The Millionaire Rogue

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In an age of stately decorum, the Hope Diamond was a source of delicious intrigue-and a font of unimaginable adventure . . . In an age of stately decorum, the Hope Diamond was a source of delicious intrigue-and a font of unimaginable adventure . . . Though not of noble birth, Thomas Hope has a skill in banking that's made him one of the richest, most trusted men in London. Still, he keeps his dubious past hidden. So when an old acquaintance calls on Hope to help acquire the infamous French Blue Diamond, he's desperate to be discreet. He never expects that his biggest concern shouldn't be losing his reputation, but his heart . . . Sophia Blaise is determined to make a brilliant match with this season's most eligible, most titled bachelor, but her true passion is ignited by the incredible stories she hears while transcribing the memoirs of a notorious madam. After a night of clandestine writing ends with Sophia caught up in a scandalous adventure of her own-with an alluring banker-she begins to question whether she's suited to the proper life she's always known . . . Caught up in a thrilling exploit and unexpected romance, Sophia must make a choice between what her head knows is safe and what her heart desperately desires, before both slip from her grasp forever . . . Praise for Jessica Peterson's novels 'Deliciously fun!' Kate Noble, author of If I Fall 'Sexy and sparkling with wit.' Shana Galen, author of The Spy Wore Blue

Jessica Peterson began reading romance to escape the decidedly unromantic awkwardness of her teenage years. Having found solace in the likes of Rhett Butler and Mr. Darcy, it wasn't long before she began creating tall, dark, and handsome heroes of her own. She is the author of the Hope Diamond trilogy including The Gentleman Jewel Thief. A graduate of Duke University, Jessica worked in investment banking before leaving to pursue her writerly dreams. She lives with her husband, the tall, dark, and handsome Mr. Peterson, in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Praise for the Hope Diamond Trilogy "The fabled Hope Diamond is the centerpiece of Peterson's charming trilogy, where she mixes one very bad-boy gentleman with a headstrong heroine, a stolen gem, a duel, a band of acrobats and an exiled French king...[Peterson] keeps the pace flying and readers hanging onto their utter joy."-RT Book Reviews (4 Stars) "Deliciously fun! What a lovely, witty book - I can't wait to see what Jessica Peterson does next!"-Kate Noble, author of If I Fall "Sexy and sparkling with wit, The Gentleman Jewel Thief overflows with adventure, suspense, and fast-paced action. Jessica Peterson is a fresh, new voice in historical romance."-Shana Galen, author of The Spy Wore Blue