Her groom is , a Duke who is physically and emotionally scarred following a tragic house fire that claimed his parents' lives. Shunned by society and nicknamed "Beastly" due to his appearance and reclusive nature, Arthur has buried himself in his business affairs. Character Dynamics & Themes

The story centers on , a young woman who has largely accepted a future as a spinster to focus on her sister's upbringing. Her life takes a dramatic turn when her father reveals he has incurred a massive debt that can only be settled by marrying one of his daughters to a man rumored to be a "monster". To protect her sister's future, Amelia selflessly volunteers to marry the man, sacrificing her own dreams.

: Some readers felt the ending was slightly rushed, though they still found the overall story satisfying. About the Author

: Like many of Sally Vixen’s works, it features a "steamy" depiction of the Regency era while maintaining a realistic tone regarding social pressures.