Deception is her art. Desire is her downfall.Miss Calliope Minton has mastered the art of disguise-not just in her secret work as a scathing caricaturist, but in life itself. When a dangerous commission forces her to pose as a courtesan, she enlists the aid of Stephen Chalmers, a trusted friend. But Calliope's daring new role places her directly in the path of her favorite subject-and fiercest adversary-the infuriatingly arrogant James Trenton, Marquess of Angelford.For James, uncovering the identity of the elusive caricaturist mocking him in the scandal sheets is priority enough. Yet the new, maddening presence of his best friend's courtesan threatens to unravel his carefully ordered world. Her sharp wit and beguiling charm-and the fire in her alluring eyes-are impossible to ignore.When Stephen vanishes and sinister threats escalate, Calliope and James must join forces to untangle a web of secrets, danger, and betrayal. But as distrust gives way to partnership and animosity sparks into a passion neither expected, they'll discover that the greatest risk may be losing their hearts entirely.Perfect for fans of sharp banter, sizzling chemistry, and pulse-pounding intrigue, Masquerading the Marquess is a Regency romance as daring as its heroine.
