Fun, passionate read! A delicious friends to lovers romp. Evie wants Richard to have forever, Richard wants Evie but not for marriage. A head strong lady can she bring the Marquess to his knees? A dark man on the edge of decency, can he keep her at arms length? Such an enjoyable read with real life problems and issues brought to light. Evie is a wonderful character with a kind heart and compassionate soul. Richard is a hardened but equally compassionate man- for those he deems deserving. Strong secondary from previous books lead to a fun and winding road to their happily ever after! Regency romance with passion, flirting, inuendos, and some interesting twists.