The Widow's Auction

A Novella

Ebook
On sale Aug 16, 2016 | 128 Pages | 9780451488268

From Sabrina Jeffries—New York Times bestselling author of The Study of Seduction and The Art of Sinning—comes a sumptuous tale of a woman whose affection comes at a price...

Though Isobel Lamberton, the widowed Lady Kingsley, is confounded by her dealings with the obstinate Justin Antony, Lord Warbrooke, his commanding presence sparks something deep within her. But such romantic thoughts are for naught. For Justin’s political aspirations always come first. And Isobel’s own secret past could damage both of them permanently. 

So when Isobel’s friend talks her into participating in a scandalous auction of masked widows at a gentleman’s club, she reluctantly agrees...and soon begins to relish being an object of desire. But none desire her more than Justin, who recognizes the outspoken Isobel in disguise and sets out to teach her a lesson worth far more than money...

Praise for Sabrina Jeffries:

"Jeffries's talent is clear, and readers will delight in the multidimensional characters, fast-paced plot, and heaps of emotional passion and sensuality."—Publishers Weekly

"With every book, Jeffries grows into an even more accomplished writer."—RT Book Reviews

The Widow’s Auction first appeared in Fantasy
Sabrina Jeffries (aka Deborah Martin and Deborah Nicholas) is the award-winning author of thirty-nine novels, six novellas, and three short stories, including the last book in her Duke's Men series, If the Viscount Falls, and the launch book in her new Sinful Suitors series, The Art of Sinning

After earning her Ph.D. in English Literature from Tulane University, she chose writing over academics, and now her sexy and humorous historical romances routinely land on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists. 

With more than 8 million books in print, she never regrets that decision to leave academia to pursue the fantastic world of fiction writing. Sabrina lives in North Carolina with her husband and adult son, who has inspired her to actively champion the cause of autistic children. View titles by Sabrina Jeffries

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From Sabrina Jeffries—New York Times bestselling author of The Study of Seduction and The Art of Sinning—comes a sumptuous tale of a woman whose affection comes at a price...

Though Isobel Lamberton, the widowed Lady Kingsley, is confounded by her dealings with the obstinate Justin Antony, Lord Warbrooke, his commanding presence sparks something deep within her. But such romantic thoughts are for naught. For Justin’s political aspirations always come first. And Isobel’s own secret past could damage both of them permanently. 

So when Isobel’s friend talks her into participating in a scandalous auction of masked widows at a gentleman’s club, she reluctantly agrees...and soon begins to relish being an object of desire. But none desire her more than Justin, who recognizes the outspoken Isobel in disguise and sets out to teach her a lesson worth far more than money...

Praise for Sabrina Jeffries:

"Jeffries's talent is clear, and readers will delight in the multidimensional characters, fast-paced plot, and heaps of emotional passion and sensuality."—Publishers Weekly

"With every book, Jeffries grows into an even more accomplished writer."—RT Book Reviews

The Widow’s Auction first appeared in Fantasy

Author

Sabrina Jeffries (aka Deborah Martin and Deborah Nicholas) is the award-winning author of thirty-nine novels, six novellas, and three short stories, including the last book in her Duke's Men series, If the Viscount Falls, and the launch book in her new Sinful Suitors series, The Art of Sinning

After earning her Ph.D. in English Literature from Tulane University, she chose writing over academics, and now her sexy and humorous historical romances routinely land on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists. 

With more than 8 million books in print, she never regrets that decision to leave academia to pursue the fantastic world of fiction writing. Sabrina lives in North Carolina with her husband and adult son, who has inspired her to actively champion the cause of autistic children. View titles by Sabrina Jeffries

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