Julianna Hawthorne feels she owes it to her family to intervene on behalf of her brother, who's managed to squander away the family fortune with some ill-made decisions. She approaches Rafe Pendragon, the man who holds the family debt, and offers items from her deceased husband's home to clear the obligation. Unwilling to deal with the woman, Rafe comes up with a counter-offer he's sure the well-bred young woman will decline. Become his mistress for six months and he will cancel the debt. No one is more stunned than Rafe when Julianna accepts his terms, unless it is Julianna herself!

Julianna's earlier marriage has ill-prepared her for the passion she finds with Rafe. The man sweeps her off her feet with his passion, and soon both find that their arrangement has led to the unexpected consequence of falling in love. It's that love that makes Rafe break up with Julianna when a threat from his past becomes a dangerous reality in the present. When Julianna discovers she's pregnant, Rafe decides marriage is the best way to protect his love, but unless he levels with his new wife, the protection of his name may not be enough to save her from his past.

Tracy Anne Warren's MY FAIR MISTRESS is a seductively fun read. Ms. Warren is a wonderful storyteller, effortlessly transporting her readers to 1812 London. Rafe and Julianna are stubborn, exasperating and perfect foils for one another. The supporting characters are entertaining and there are enough twist throughout to keep the reader engrossed to the final page. Enjoy!

Book Summary

London financier Rafe Pendragon has a reputation for ruthlessness, and exotic beauty Julianna Hawthorne is determined to clear the debt her brother owes him. Captivated by Rafe’s virile good looks, weakened by his intoxicating mix of danger and sensuality, Julianna boldly agrees to Rafe’s shocking terms: six months as his mistress. As Rafe’s intense green eyes pierce her body and set it afire, Julianna can only imagine what emotions his kiss may unleash.

Surrendering to the pleasures of seduction and carnal delight, Rafe never anticipated that love would be the cost of his bargain. When he realizes that a vindictive enemy may harm Julianna should their clandestine liaison be exposed, Rafe must choose between loving her and protecting her. To save his fair mistress, Rafe must risk what he has already lost: his heart.