Ten years ago, the Marquess of Bourne was cast out of good society with nothing but his title. Today, he is a partner in London's most exclusive gaming hell. Cold and ruthless, he will do whatever it takes to regain his inheritance - including marrying the perfect, proper Lady Penelope Marbury.
A broken engagement and a series of suitors have left Penelope with little interest in a quiet, comfortable marriage, and a deep yearning for something more. Lucky for her, her new husband has access to such unexplored pleasures.
Bourne may be the prince of London's underworld, but he vows to keep Penelope untouched by this corruption - a challenge indeed, as the lady discovers her own desires, and her willingness to wager anything for them... even her heart.