To Love a Rakish Earl by Alice Kirks

Lady Katherine Langley has always strived for a life of elegance and societal approval. Yet, after a carriage accident that leaves her scarred and with a broken engagement to the Marquess of Fairbridge, her world is turned upside down. Fate has even more unexpected plans for her, as Kate soon discovers what true love feels like when she looks at the Earl of Embleton, William. When her ex-fiance unexpectedly proposes again, she is torn between the secure future of a conventional match and the electric connection she feels with William. Will Kate choose the path society expects or will she follow her heart into uncharted territory? William Moore, Earl of Embleton, has spent years avoiding the trappings of high society, nursing the wounds left by the betrayal of a past love. Content with his roguish reputation, he never anticipated the spark he would feel with Lady Kate. Just as he dares to dream of a future with her, a forbidden kiss threatens to shatter any hope of happiness. Confronted by Kate's brother and faced with the news of her engagement to another, William feels the pain of heartbreak anew. Will his past misdeeds be too great of an obstacle, or can he prove that he is the man worthy of Kate's heart? As secrets unravel and true intentions are revealed, Kate and William find themselves entangled in a struggle against societal expectations and deceitful plots. With Kate’s dowry at the heart of the Marquess’ schemes and William’s tarnished reputation threatening their future, they must navigate a labyrinth of lies and confront their deepest fears. In a world where reputation is everything, can true love triumph against every conspiracy, or will their hearts be sacrificed for the sake of duty and honor? "To Love a Rakish Earl" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Tropes: Reformed Rake, Scarred Heroine