Forever Your Earl: The Wicked Quills of London

Description

Eva Leigh's irresistible new series introduces the Wicked Quills of London: a group of bold, brilliant female writers whose spirited allure is beyond seductive . . . Eleanor Hawke loves a good scandal. And readers of her successful gossip rag live for the exploits of her favorite subject: Daniel Balfour, the notorious Earl of Ashford. So when the earl himself marches into her office and invites her to experience his illicit pursuits firsthand, Eleanor is stunned. Gambling hells, phaeton races, masquerades . . . What more could a scandal writer want than a secret look into the life of this devilishly handsome rake Daniel has secrets, and if The Hawk's Eye gets wind of them, a man's life could be at stake. And what better way to distract a gossip than by feeding her the scandal she desperately craves But Daniel never expected the sharp mind and biting wit of the beautiful writer, and their desire for each other threatens even his best-laid plans. But when Eleanor learns the truth of his deception, Daniel will do anything to prove a romance between a commoner and an earl could really last forever.

Eva Leigh is the pen name of a RITA (R) Award-nominated romance author who writes novels chock-full of smart women and sexy men. She enjoys baking, Tweeting about boots, and listening to music from the '80s. Eva and her husband live in Southern California.

"I loved this book! Forever Your Earl has it all-a dashing, rakish hero and a clever, ambitious heroine who is his perfect match. Delightful banter and delicious passion. Eva Leigh's Wicked Quills are simply divine!" -- Tessa Dare, New York Times bestselling author "FOREVER YOUR EARL is a divine blend of depth, wicked heat and sparkling wit. Eva Leigh's characters leap off the page and linger long after you've closed the book. She's a wonderful writer." -- Julie Anne Long, USA Today bestselling author "Leigh (aka Zoe Archer) leaves Victorian steampunk behind as she embarks on a powerful, smart, snappy Regency series. The story's feminist bent, quick pace, rapier wit and sharp dialogue perfectly merge with the simmering sexual tension and intriguing plotline, guaranteeing readers a memorable tale that leaves them begging for more." -- RT Book Reviews (4 1/2 stars, Top Pick) "Smart women, clever repartee, an inventive strip limerick game, and searing love scenes make this historical simply irresistible. Leigh [...] will win readers' hearts and minds with this opposites-attract tale that sets up a very promising series." -- Publishers Weekly (starred review) "Leigh [...] launches the Wicked Quills of London series on a high note with this fabulously fun Regency-set historical that superbly showcases the author's flair for mixing sharp wit and sexy romance." -- Booklist (starred review) "Witty. Smart. Subversive. Charming. These are all terms that define the hero and heroine of Forever Your Earl, but can also be ascribed to the book overall. [...] I haven't even mentioned the simmering sexual chemistry and a very inventive and naughty scene built around limericks!" -- Heroes & Heartbreakers "The book is filled with an abundance of witty banter and dry humor, along with high emotional and sexual chemistry between the two leads [...] the sharp, funny-but often heartfelt-banter between the characters is a delight." -- BookPage "The dialogue in this book really is to die for; it's sharp, witty, innuendo-laden-and often downright hilarious [...] Forever Your Earl is a terrific story and one I have no qualms about recommending most heartily [...] the book is most definitely going on to my keeper shelf." -- All About Romance (Desert Isle Keeper!) "An arrogant but honorable rake falls for a smart, pragmatic commoner in a fun, sexy adventure that is the first in a compelling series about bold women writers" -- Library Journal