The first book in an irresistible duet by the globally bestselling author of the Bridgerton series. If you loved Bridgerton; you'll adore the Lyndon Sisters . . . When Robert Kemble stumbles across Victoria Lyndon in a hedgerow maze; he can't believe his eyes. The girl who'd torn him in two; who let him plan an elopement and then left him standing by the side of the road; was suddenly within arm's reach; and even though his fury still knew no bounds; she was impossible to resist. Victoria's father had told her an earl would never marry a vicar's daughter; and he was right. Robert had promised her marriage; then danced off to London while she suffered the shame of a foiled elopement. But even though Victoria doesn't particularly enjoy her new life as a governess; when Robert offers her a job of a different sort - his mistress - she refuses; unable to sacrifice her honour; even for him. But Robert won't take no for an answer; and he vows to make her his; through any means possible. Can these star-crossed lovers learn to trust again? And is love really sweeter the second time round? 'Julia Quinn's Bridgerton books take all of the classic tropes we know and love . . . and gives them a thoroughly modern twist. I can't focus on anything else' Stylist