How to Survive a Scandal

In this Regency debut, a marriage of convenience turns to true love when Benedict Asterly rescues a freezing woman and is forced to marry her. Lady Amelia is judgmental and abrasive, but she realizes that she can impress the visiting Americans and show Benedict that she is the perfect wife he needs.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 15 July 2021
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

In this captivating Regency debut, a marriage of convenience unfolds into a profound journey of true love. When Benedict Asterly rescues a freezing woman, he believes it to be just another selfless act. However, their unexpected encounter after the rescue leads them to a marriage of convenience, as they are caught alone and compelled to wed. Lady Amelia, with her sharp judgment and brash demeanor, stands in stark contrast to the kind of wife Benedict had envisioned for himself. Despite the societal pressures and the forced union, Benedict resolves to make the most of their situation by persuading Lady Amelia to embrace the life of a business owner's wife.

Lady Amelia, raised with the utmost expectations of being a perfect duchess, finds herself furious when she is coerced into marrying an untitled gentleman. Her upbringing had prepared her solely for the role of managing a household efficiently, leaving her ill-equipped to handle household chores. However, when Benedict's business interests are jeopardized, Amelia seizes an opportunity to showcase her true potential. She aims to impress the visiting Americans who are interested in investing in his factory, demonstrating that London manners are not entirely undesirable. By showcasing her skills and proving herself to be the ideal wife, Amelia hopes to convince Benedict that she is the partner he needs.

As their relationship evolves, Benedict and Amelia discover that their initial judgments of each other were based on superficial impressions. Through their interactions and shared experiences, they grow to understand and appreciate each other's unique qualities. Benedict realizes that Lady Amelia possesses a strong intellect and a determination to succeed, while Amelia discovers that Benedict is kind-hearted and compassionate.

Their journey together is filled with challenges and obstacles, but they face them together, relying on their newfound understanding and support. They learn to compromise and work together, building a strong bond that transcends their initial marriage of convenience.

In the end, Benedict and Amelia's marriage of convenience transforms into a beautiful love story that proves that sometimes, the most unexpected connections can lead to the greatest love and happiness. Their story serves as a reminder that true love knows no boundaries and that when we open our hearts to new possibilities, we can find the love we have been searching for all along.

Weight: 198g
Dimension: 121 x 178 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538704486