**Otherwise Engaged by Amanda Quick - Preloved Romance** Get ready for Victorian-era scheming with a delicious twist of danger! When Miss Cordelia Glade finds herself blackmailed into a fake engagement with the notorious Earl of Huntington, sparks fly faster than gossip at a London tea party. Quick delivers her signature blend of witty banter, steamy tension, and mystery as our headstrong heroine and brooding hero navigate society's expectations while dodging actual assassins. This historical romance perfectly balances Amanda Quick's trademark humor with genuine intrigue. Fans of Julia Quinn or Lisa Kleypas will devour Cordelia's sharp tongue and the Earl's mysterious past. Quick (aka Jayne Ann Krentz) knows exactly how to craft characters who feel refreshingly modern despite their corsets and top hats. Perfect for romance readers who like their love stories with actual plot and protagonists with functioning brain cells. This preloved copy from Patina Paperbacks is ready for its next romantic adventure. *"Absolutely addictive - stayed up until 2am finishing it!"* *"Quick's dialogue is pure gold. These characters feel like real people, not cardboard cutouts."*
