The Lady's Daring Gambit (Diamonds of London Book 2) by Sandra Sookoo

for Mr. McGarrett.” “Yes, his manners certainly need help, but the trouble lies in the fact that he’s rather handsome.” “Damn his eyes,” Honor muttered beneath her breath as she laid out the clothes on her bed. “Why are all the unsavory ones possessed of good looks too?” “I’m afraid that is the way of the world.” Edwina perched on the edge of the bed. “The longer Adam hangs about him, the more Mama and Papa lecture. They would rather Adam stop sowing wild oats and find himself engaged to a well-connected lady.” “Even I know your parents wish Adam was married by now.” It wasn’t a secret, and though Edwina’s brother had moved out of the family townhouse a couple of years prior, it seemed he was constantly underfoot for one reason or the other. “There was a time when I’d entertained hopes that you and my brother would make a go of it.” She sent a sly glance at Honor. “You two rub along well together.” “Stop, Winnie.” A trace of heat went through her cheeks. “I think Adam is a wonderful man, but I am not interested in him like that. I have lived with your family for so long, he’s much more a brother to me than anything else.” She shook her head. “Additionally, I have no desire to hold a title, let alone marry a titled gentleman.” Not that it had been a problem before. Men seldom paid her mind any longer, and she had made her peace with the fact she was an unwanted spinster. “Which is why my parents wish him settled. He’ll be the viscount someday, and needs to domesticate himself