Sinful Between the Sheets

In this second installment of the Carlisle series, Pierce weaves a Regency tale studded with intrigue and steamy love scenes, as Fayne Carlisle meets his match in the mischievous, enigmatic Lady Kilby Fitchwolf. Whisked to London by her recently deceased parents' best friend, Kilby quickly finds herself in a compromising position when Fayne's father, the duke of Solitea, dies in her bedchamber. Although Kilby denies any impropriety, ladies' man Fayne has his doubts—and his desires, making the beautiful Kilby an enticing mystery, charmingly naïve but surprisingly bold. Kilby, however, has more important things to worry about, including a violent brother with a dark family secret and nefarious plans for her future. As Kilby searches for the truth behind her parents' death, she and Fayne indulge their passions and discover shared feelings of hurt and loss. But with Kilby attracting countless suitors and ardent proposals, Fayne knows he must overcome his bachelor's instincts and claim Kilby as his own. Mysterious villains round out a plot rich with unexpected twists, witty dialogue and charming characters. (Apr.)