Her First Desire: A Logical Man's Guide to Dangerous Women Novel

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If you love Lenora Bell and Tessa Dare, youll love the next book in New York Times bestselling author Cathy Maxwells Logical Mans Society series about a delicious battle of the sexes between a determined woman and a stubborn gentleman.

She arrived in town, beautiful and bold and declaring that shes inherited property that that he has already claimed! As a member of the local Logical Mens Society, Ned Thurlowe prides himself on thinking clearly and calmly at all times. And its clear that the meeting place of the societya local tavernis his even if the men have turned it to shambles.

But Neds claim is challenged Gemma Estep, whos announced shes decided to turn it into some sort of respectable tea garden for the local ladies. Ned challenges Gemma, and in doing so behaves most illogically, for though he wants to dismiss her, he also cant help but desire her.

Gemma has had enough of men telling her what to do, and shes vowed to make her own way in the world. And Ned Thurlowe is ruining her plans. Not only has he laid claim to her property, pitting them in a heated fight for its ownership, hes also arousing in her feelings shes never sensed before.

And although they argue, they quickly discover they have more in common than theyd each ever dreamedcould their disagreement be turning into desire

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"With the latest exemplary addition to her Logical Mans Guide to Dangerous Women series, Maxwell (His Secret Mistress, 2020) delivers a fabulously fun battle of the sexes that brilliantly showcases her flair for hilarious yet heartfelt storytelling and insightful characterization." Booklist I love Cathy Maxwell! Julia Quinn A painful misunderstanding comes to light in this delightful Regency series launch from Maxwell....the couples verbal sparring and well-matched wits hide their deep emotional vulnerability and make for electric chemistry. Readers will find it easy to root for their happy reunion. Publishers Weekly on His Secret Mistress Deliciously sweet...Kate is a beautifully crafted character...the scenes involving the villagers of Maidenshop sparkle with wit and insight...a quaintly charming world. Kirkus Reviews on His Secret Mistress [A] brave heroine whom readers will root for in love and life in this first book of a new series.... Readers looking for an unconventional Regency romance should give this a try. Library Journal on His Secret Mistress Kate is an admirable heroine: capable, yet caring; talented, yet honest about her own flaws. Her experiences, past and current, reveal the vulnerable situation of actresses in a world of male privilege during the Regency era, and her determination to prove her worth in the face of adversity is truly heroic. Recommended. Historical Novel Society on His Secret Mistress

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Cathy Maxwell spends hours in front of her computer pondering the question, "Why do people fall in love" It remains for her the great mystery of life and the secret to happiness. She lives in beautiful Virginia with children, horses, dogs, and cats.