Diamonds in the Rough. Portia Da Costa

When it comes to diamonds – and men – some women prefer them rough Honorable Adela Ruffington earns money – and supports her mother and sister – selling erotic illustrations based on her intimate memory of an encounter in her youth.Then, unexpectedly, she meets Wilson Ruffington again – and their long-ago passion instantly reignites. Wilson devises a ruse to avoid stirring scandal: a marriage of convenience that will provide Adela’s family with a generous settlement – and also keep her in his bed.Their plan works perfectly, until family rivalries and intrigue threaten to destroy their arrangement . . . and the unspoken love blooming beneath it. The Ladies' Sewing Circle will be scandalised!