About The Arrangement
- Mass Market Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: Dell (August 27, 2013)
A mesmerizing story of passionate awakening and redemption, Mary Balogh’s new novel unites a war hero consigned to darkness with a remarkable woman who finds her own salvation by showing him the light of love.
Desperate to escape his mother’s matchmaking, Vincent Hunt, Viscount Darleigh, flees to a remote country village. But even there, another marital trap is sprung. So when Miss Sophia Fry’s intervention on his behalf finds her unceremoniously booted from her guardian’s home, Vincent is compelled to act. He may have been blinded in battle, but he can see a solution to both their problems: marriage.
At first, quiet, unassuming Sophia rejects Vincent’s proposal. But when such a gloriously handsome man persuades her that he needs a wife of his own choosing as much as she needs protection from destitution, she agrees. Her alternative is too dreadful to contemplate. But how can an all-consuming fire burn from such a cold arrangement? As friendship and camaraderie lead to sweet seduction and erotic pleasure, dare they believe a bargain born of desperation might lead them both to a love destined to be?
Praise for Mary Balogh
The Proposal
“This is Mary Balogh at her riveting best. Everyone loves a wounded hero, and Balogh introduces us to an unforgettable one who discovers the healing power of love.”—Debbie Macomber
“[Balogh] writes with wit and wisdom. . . . The Proposal is both moving and entertaining and the beginning of what promises to be an outstanding series.”—Romance Reviews Today
The Secret Mistress
“With exceptional insight and uncommon flair, Balogh holds readers in thrall. . . . Exquisite character development, sparkling wit.”—Library Journal (starred review and editors’ pick)
“Balogh gifts readers with several memorable scenes, inserting wit and passion throughout.”—The Star-Ledger
A Secret Affair
“Balogh has masterfully woven a romantic tale of the importance of family, of compassion, and of love and forgiveness.”—Fresh Fiction
“The exquisitely crafted chemistry that develops between Hannah and Con is pure passion deftly leavened with tart wit.”—Booklist
About Mary Balogh
Mary Balogh is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous books, including the acclaimed Slightly and Simply novels, the Mistress trilogy, and the five titles in her Huxtable series: First Comes Marriage, Then Comes Seduction, At Last Comes Love, Seducing an Angel, and A Secret Affair. A former teacher, she grew up in Wales and now lives in Canada.
Mary Balogh’s TLC Book Tours TOUR STOPS:
Monday, August 26th- Sharon’s Garden of Book Reviews
Tuesday, August 27th- Fiction State of Mind
Wednesday, August 28th- A Chick Who Reads
Thursday, August 29th- A Night’s Dream of Books
Friday, August 30th- Let Them Read Books (Q&A/GIVEAWAY)
Monday, September 2nd- Let Them Read Books review
Tuesday, September 3rd- BookNAround
Thursday, September 5th- Joyfully Retired
Friday, September 6th: The Romance Dish
Tuesday, September 10th- In The Hammock
Wednesday, September 11th- Urban Girl Reader
Friday, September 13th: Reading Reality
Monday, September 16th: Booked on a Feeling
Tuesday, September 17th- Broken Teepee
Wednesday, September 18th: Booklovin’ Mamas Giveaway
Saturday, September 28th – Unabridged Chick
TBD- Adventures of an Intrepid Reader