A second chance at love When widow Lady Carrie meets charming gadabout Lord Avery, she is shocked by her intense reaction to him. She’s never before longed for wifely pleasures, and it takes all her courage to propose that he show them to her! He might be taken aback by her request but, as Carrie learns first-hand, Avery will take the challenge very seriously…•Having left the army to take up the title of Earl of Longhurst, Ethan feels the weight of his new responsibilities. He was brusque with the woman picking blackberries, only to find she’s his neighbour, Lady Petra, who helps him despite his gruffness. A wealthy bride would save his estate, but all he can think about is this shy, kind and penniless widow…!