Book DescriptionDriven to uncover the truth about the mysterious death of his ladylove, the Duke of Hawkscliffe will go to any lengths to unmask a murderer. Even if it means jeopardizing his reputation by engaging in a scandalous affair with London's most provocative courtesan-the desirable but aloof Belinda Hamilton.  Bel has used her intelligence and wit to charm the city's titled gentlemen, while struggling to put the pieces of her life back together. She needs a protector, so she accepts Hawk's invitation to become his mistress in name only. He asks nothing of her body, but seeks her help in snaring the same man who shattered her virtue. Together they tempt the unforgiving wrath of society-until their risky charade turns into a dangerous attraction, and Bel must make a devastating decision that could ruin her last chance at love. . . .“... I don’t give serious kisses to men whose names I don’t even know.” “Easily remedied,” he said as he flashed her a smile. “I’m Hawkscliffe.” “Hawkscliffe?” she echoed, staring at him in ill-concealed shock. “Pray tell, what is the Paragon Duke doing here, gambling and trying to coax unwon kisses out of a demirep?” “Oh, just entertaining myself,” he replied with a calculating smile. “You know full well that I won a proper kiss from you fair and square, Miss Hamilton.” “Well,” she said archly, “no doubt you need it.” Gently, she cupped his clean-shaved cheek in her hand, catching a glimpse of his smoldering eyes before she closed hers, then she caressed his lips with her own, slowly gifting him with a kiss that left the rest of the noisy, clamoring party and the city and the world behind. His mouth was warm and silky, his smooth skin heated beneath her touch. She stroked his black hair and kissed him more deeply, leaning further over the table. She felt him pull her toward him. . . .Product Details Paperback Publisher: Ivy Books (2000) ISBN-10: 0449006360 ISBN-13: 978-0449006368 ASIN: B000W234N6 Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 1.4 inches