But of course, all rules are made to be broken… Most important, Devon must vow to neverever delve into Pamela’s background, or her appearance, lest he discover the truth behind the deepest secrets of her heart. She must be allowed to choose a suitable orphan at her own discretion. Devon at all times must behave with propriety, an unlikely accomplishment that would delight the ton and completely astonish Pamela herself. Rules of Passion As a condition of accepting the governess position, Miss Pamela Lockhart of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses has a few rules of her own. Finally, he must obtain a guarantee that his orphan and the governess will better his character and reputation without unduly disturbing his life love life or otherwise. Next, he will see to adopting a properly grateful orphan, which will surely lend him a patina of respectability. First, he must hire a sensible, unattractive governess. Rules of Respectability Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, has a plan that is sure to restore him to the Queen’s favor. The Rules of Engagement: Choose a bride from this year’s debutantes. And when ardor erupts between them, Charlotte learns the pleasures of desire and Wynter the passions of the heart, but before they can love both must first master the rules of employment. He has glimpsed an uninhibited beauty hiding beneath her prim exterior, and he’d much rather spend his days and nights instructing her in the ways of love. But the ruggedly handsome man has no desire to be taught manners. So, on the surface, she seems perfectly suited to accept the challenge of reforming English born Lord Wynter Ruskin, sadly uncivilized by his travels abroad. Lady Charlotte Dalrumple is known as England’s most proper governess, a woman who has never taken a misstep socially or romantically. And Bnever become too familiar with the master of the house… Be sure to maintain a disciplined schoolroom and to take your meals on a tray. The Rules of Employment for The Distinguished Academy of Governesses: Always remember your station after all, you are higher than the house servants but certainly not a member of the family.

Taken by the prince by christina dodd