The Scandalous Governesses

He must reform to keep his fortune. She must lie to protect her name. Falling in love was never part of the plan... until it was.Miss Verity Langley has lived in the shadows ever since her father's ruinous scandal shattered her noble standing. Now known only as "Miss Grey," she hides behind the anonymity of a governess's post-brilliant, disciplined, and fiercely protective of her reputation. Her latest assignment? Taming the unruly twin nephews of the infamously rakish Marquess of Ravensfield.Lord Lucien Ashbourne never wanted a governess in his crumbling estate-especially not one who challenges his authority with wit and unnerving virtue. But with an ultimatum threatening his inheritance and society watching his every move, reform is no longer optional... and neither is Verity.As secrets unravel and forbidden feelings flare, Verity and Lucien are drawn into a dangerous dance of temptation, trust, and truth. But with reputations at risk and pasts refusing to stay buried, will love be enough to save them both?A searing slow-burn Regency romance for fans of Julia Quinn and Tessa Dare, full of scandal, secret identities, class tension, and the unforgettable power of love.