title: To Seduce a Scoundrel
author:  Darcy Burke 
description: "Darcy Burke pulls no punches with this sexy, romantic page-turner. Sevrin and Philippa's story grabs you from the first scene and doesn't let go. To Seduce a Scoundrel is simply delicious!" <b>--Tessa Dare, New York Times Bestselling Author</b><br /><br />"An enthralling tale of adventure, passion and redemption. At times humorous and at times deeply touching, To Seduce A Scoundrel is a unique tale with a sexy hero you will never forget." <b>--Leigh LaValle, The Runaway Countess</b><br /><br />"A great read with a gorgeous tortured hero and a surprisingly plucky heroine, I can't wait to read Ms. Burke's next book." <b>--Under the Covers Book Blog</b><br /><br />"A delicious blend of love and acceptance, humor and angst, action and heat, and a book I would recommend for any historical romance fan!"<b>--Rogues Under the Covers</b><br /><br />"I was captivated on the first page and didn't let go until this glorious book was finished!" <b>--Romancing the Book</b>
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  Can a runaway English bride find love with a haunted Irish rebel?
  
  Paris Burke, Dublin’s most charismatic barrister, has enough on his mind
  without the worries of looking after his two youngest sisters. The aftermath
  of a failed rebellion weighs on his conscience, so when the young English
  gentlewoman with an unwavering gaze arrives, he asks far too few questions
  before hiring her on as governess. But her quick wit and mysterious past prove
  an unexpected temptation.
  
  Rosamund Gorse knows she should not have let Mr. Burke think her the candidate
  from the employment bureau. But after her midnight escape from a brother bent
  on marrying her off to a scoundrel, honesty is a luxury she can no longer
  afford. With his clever mind and persuasive skill, Paris could soon have her
  spilling her secrets freely just to lift the sorrow from his face. And if
  words won’t work, perhaps kisses would be better?
  
  Hiding under her brother’s nose, Rosamund kn