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In our imaginary world of Regency romance novels, there appears to be a rake and a duke on every street corner. Our affection for dukes seems obvious, but why do we love rakes so? Below, I’ve listed a few possible reasons and then added a quote from George, the hero of my latest release,  TO CATCH A RAKE. Rakes are usually handsome and arrogant. Needless to say, that arrogance will be brought to heel by the love of a good woman. “Forgive me, Mrs. Russell, but you are obviously not acquainted with all of womankind. Most ladies are not affronted in the least.” “Do you mean to tell me that you have taken a survey of all of womankind about their feelings in regard to your field guide?” The wicked smile beamed from his handsome, lean face. “Indeed, I have made some effort to…survey all of womankind.” Rakes instinctively know how to charm a lady and sweep her off her feet. “You see, the secret to pleasuring a woman requires many traits unique to engineers.” His...

TO CATCH A RAKE a light-hearted tale about two people falling in love. In this story expect some wit, a laugh or two, and experience the joy-filled journey of two people on the path to romance. You will also discover that the story is set amongst a remarkable historical event. First I’d like to talk about the hero—the man who will always by my favorite character. What is more exciting than a strong, masculine hero recognizing, and ultimately giving in to, his passion for the heroine. By the end of the book, I expect most of us would love to be in the heroine’s pointy-toed shoes. "You wish to be considered a Happy Goer?” She held her breath. His question was followed by the wickedest smile Meta had ever seen given by a gentleman. Wicked because it revealed an intimate knowledge of Happy Goers. Wicked because it contained a veiled challenge for her to retaliate in kind. And wicked because, regardless of her response, he possessed complete confidence in his ultimat...