La Hija Del Diablo Lisa Kleypas Epub -

"You look as though you are planning a sermon, My Lord," Phoebe said, stepping from the shadows.

Gabriel did not flinch. "I love her, Your Grace. I would dismantle my own life before I caused her a moment of sorrow."

That night, a single, stolen conversation sparked a connection neither could deny. Phoebe was drawn to Gabriel’s quiet strength and unyielding goodness. Gabriel was terrified by how easily this spirited woman could make him forget every rule he lived by. La Hija Del Diablo Lisa Kleypas epub

Gabriel found Phoebe waiting in the hallway, twisting her lace handkerchief in anxiety. He didn't speak. Instead, he pulled her into a quiet alcove and kissed her with all the pent-up passion he had tried so hard to suppress.

A description of the wedding ceremony held at the St. Vincent estate "You look as though you are planning a

A scene detailing the society's reaction to their unlikely engagement

The breaking point arrived on a rainy Tuesday. Gabriel had finally resolved to do the honorable thing and ask the Duke for Phoebe's hand, despite his fears of the man's reputation. But as he stood in the Duke’s intimidating study, Sebastian St. Vincent saw right through him. I would dismantle my own life before I

Over the coming weeks, a secret courtship blossomed. They met in the corners of libraries, during morning rides in Hyde Park, and behind the cover of heavy velvet curtains at society balls. Gabriel tried to resist her. He told himself she was spoiled, the product of a wicked lineage. But Phoebe challenged him, forced him to laugh, and showed him that goodness did not have to be cold.