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A widowed countess. A criminal prince. A steamy Beauty and the Beast Victorian romance brimming with danger, desire, and second chances. In this spicy, opposites-attract historical romance, a society widow turned lady sleuth joins forces with a mysterious underworld hero...and uncovers the secrets of her heart. Winner of the Maggie Award for Excellence "A captivating period piece." —The BookLife Prize by Publisher's Weekly "A beautiful storyline, intense passion, and unforgettable characters." —Reading Rebel Reviews Pippa, Countess of Longmere, once played by all the rules. Yet after her marriage ends in tragedy, she chooses freedom and a new life as an investigator for Lady Charlotte’s secret society. When a high-stakes case reunites her with Cullen, a man she once knew as a boy, their fiery chemistry threatens the walls around her wounded heart. Timothy Cullen, known as the Prince of Larks, rose from the shadows of London's underworld to become a powerful protector of its forgotten souls. Scarred and secretive, he’s resigned to a life in the dark...until the only woman he’s ever wanted re-enters his life. As passion ignites and enemies close in, Pippa and Cullen must risk everything to claim a love written in the stars. Grace Callaway writes hot and heart-melting historical romances packed with steam, swoon, and suspense. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton, Lisa Kleypas, and Amanda Quick. Her standalone novels can be enjoyed individually or as part of the irresistibly interconnected Callawayverse. LADY CHARLOTTE'S SOCIETY OF ANGELS (hot Victorian romance) 1. Olivia and the Masked Duke (Livy & Ben) 2. Pippa and the Prince of Secrets (Pippa & Cullen) 3. Fiona and the Enigmatic Earl (Fiona & Thomas) 4. Glory and the Master of Shadows (Glory & Wei) 5. Charlotte and the Seductive Spymaster (Charlie & her hero) Novella: Mrs. Peabody and the