The Persuasive Love of a Libertine

Book excerpt: Jealousy and longing are cruel emotions when the woman you crave is your friend's. But there is disloyalty; then there is love...Harry Webster has coveted his friend's fianc�e for months; then their engagement ends and he finally has a chance to pursue his interest. But how can Harry earn Emily's trust when her heart has been broken?Emily's beliefs are bruised and battered, but she has learned her lesson--she will not betroth herself to another man like Peter--she will never be used again. Including the free prequel Novella, The Jealous Love of a ScoundrelHow do you fight a calling that comes from your soul? A battle between what the heart wants and what society calls for. A story that is not about will he but about the internal torment a decision drags Lord Peter Brooke through.Lillian is in love with her charming protector. He brings her gifts and gives himself to her at night, but she knows nothing of his days. Emily is excited, hopeful and expectant, waiting on the moment that everything seems to be leading towards, when Peter will proposal. Peter is torn his soul is being torn in two. His mind wants one thing yet what about his heart does that matter at all?