Wanted, a Gentleman
Theodore Swann is a jobbing writer, proprietor of the Matrimonial Advertiser lonely hearts gazette, and all-round weasel. He’s the very last man that Martin St. Vincent would choose to rely on—and the only one who can help.
Martin is a wealthy merchant who finds himself obliged to put a stop to a young heiress’s romantic correspondence in the Matrimonial Advertiser. When she and her swain make a dash for Gretna Green, Martin drags Theo on a breakneck chase up the country to catch the runaway lovers before it’s too late.
Theo guards his secrets. Martin guards his heart. But as the two of them are thrown irresistibly together, entanglements, deceptions, and revelations come thick and fast…
RT Book Reviews Seal of Excellence winner, January 2017 • One of Washington Post’s 5 best romance novels of 2017
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Cover art by Lou Harper
Narrated by Greg Patmore
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Previously enslaved MC and discussion of enslavement. References to racism.
“With humor and wit, Charles puts a unique, sensuous spin on the classic Regency Gretna Green elopement plot. This lively M/M romp explores the hard-hitting issues of racism, classism, and homophobia and delivers an enjoyable read as well.”
“a great romance road trip … a delicious Gothic feel, with a damsel in distress and a Snidely Whiplashesque villain throwing an upstanding gentleman and a lovable scoundrel together to save the day.”
“a romp of a novella. … a perfectly compact romance that shows a couple can be cranky and still head-over-heels for each other.”
“a pure delight. … The plot resolution is clever, the dialogue is sharp and often funny, and the story tackles harrowing issues with grace.”