Newly crowned Princess Josefina Embry arrives in London with her family to gain loans for their Central American country. Her father has assigned her the task of marrying the all-powerful Sebastian Griffin, Duke of Melbourne. Josefina plays her part well as a seductress who challenges, argues and tempts Sebastian. Everyone else bows to his wishes, but Josefina confronts and upsets his famous control. Weaving a tangled web of lies, Josefina draws Sebastian deeper into her complicated life. Josefina has never questioned her father or his directives. She believes his version of truths, until Sebastian has her questioning her own motives and responsibilities.

Sebastian can trace his family history almost to the beginning of England. He takes his duties seriously and works tirelessly improving laws and strengthening England. Since his beloved wife's death, he has no interest in remarrying. His free time is devoted to his young daughter, whom he adores. When Prince George makes him advisor to the new King of Costa Habichuela, along the Mosquito Coast, Sebastian, the paragon of virtue, stumbles when he meets Josefina. Instant lust consumes him.

The battle of wills begins! Sebastian's once-frozen heart thaws as he demands Josefina's surrender. The part of Sebastian's brain that still works screams that something is not right with Josefina and the Embry entourage. When he discovers the truth, Sebastian must use all of his skill to keep Josefina from the hangman's noose.

Ms. Enoch found an unusual, yet true, event in history and penned an imaginative tale. With creative plotting, she keeps readers guessing to the very end, wondering how these two characters will resolve the lies and treachery between them without Sebastian losing his honor.

Book Summary

Lust is a Sin . . .

Sebastian Griffin, the Duke of Melbourne, has raised his younger siblings, seen to it that they made correct matches, and basically kept everyone in line. Seen as the most powerful man in England, Sebastian has a reputation for propriety and has maintained a scandal-free life.

Until now.

Josefina Katarina Embry is a beauty, to be sure, but she claims to be the princess of a faraway country. While she dazzles the ton with her wit and charm, Sebastian suspects she's up to something. And he's determined to expose her . . . if only he wasn't so distracted by her brazen sensuality and the irresistible allure of her kiss. Sebastian knows an affair will lead them into scandal, but will the most powerful man in England risk all for a princess of dubious lineage . . . or will he allow a most sinful desire to rule his heart?

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