The Husband List

A politically minded woman finds her perfect match in Quinn’s sparkling second Worthington Brides Regency (after The Marriage List). When practical Lady Madeline Vivers creates a list of traits for a suitable spouse (including a love of children and animals), she deliberately omits the requirement that the man be a peer, despite her mother’s insistence that her husband have a title. Mr. Harry Stern, a barrister and new Member of Parliament, is far too ambitious and fiery to fit into the simple life Madeline envisions, but she can’t deny her attraction to him. However, Harry soon earns Madeline’s affection by encouraging her interest in politics and desire to help needy women and children. Their ensuing courtship spans the whirlwind London social season, taking readers along to balls, dinners, and dances at the famed Almack’s social club. Meanwhile, Madeline also attracts the attention of the Duke of Salforth, a match her snobbish mother pushes. Will she follow her head or her heart? Quinn brings the effervescent world of Regency high society to life with affable characters and sweet romance. This is a treat. (July)