Fleeing violent tyranny, Prudence Merridew escapes with her beautiful younger sisters to London. One of them must marry—and fast. To act as her sisters' chaperone, Prudence invents a secret engagement to a reclusive duke...But when the duke arrives unexpectedly in London, she needs his help to avert disaster.

I read this book because it was recommended for people who like Georgette Heyer and I absolutely love Georgette Heyer. What a disappointment! I admit that there were a few funny moments but overall it was poor - and I don't remember any graphic sex scenes in Georgette Heyer books!