The Lady in Black
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HE HAS VOWED TO GRACE THE BED OF EVERY WIDOW IN LONDON...
Nicholas Kentshire, Lord of Carlisle is enjoying his life as a notorious rake of London. Being the fourth son nobody expects anything from him. He is free of any responsibility that comes with being a Lord.
SHE HAS TO SAVE HERSELF...
After her father's death, Ms. Charlotte Underwood's family has closed all doors on her for marrying a man less than her station. She must find employment to survive without exposing her marriage circumstances to anyone. She has only loved her husband and he is the only one she will ever love.
So what happens when this notorious rake cross path with the lady in black?
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