The Marchioness Makes a Bargain
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Pub Date Sep 8 2026 | Archive Date Sep 11 2026
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Description
An unlikely romance rises when the marchioness makes a deal with the devil.
Victoria Smythe, Dowager Marchioness of Winstead, had always longed to start her own bakery. During her short marriage to a man twice her age, she discovered her love of creating complex pastries and cakes. When her husband passed without an heir, Victoria continued to indulge in her secret passion. Until the perfect opportunity arose from an unlikely ally.
Declan Harrow uses his wits and fists in service to the Lord of Devil’s Acre. As the crime lord’s right-hand man, he takes on many unsavory tasks—like protecting his employer’s investments. But his priorities shift when he meets the lovely Marchioness of Winstead. His protective nature drives him, but he cannot allow it to consume his sense or he’ll fall completely for the delectable widow.
When a mysterious threat appears to have taken aim at the marchioness’s new bakery, Declan decides his services are better served in protecting her instead of his lord’s investment. But being in such close quarters ignites a burning desire that neither can deny. Will their unconventional romance bring her ultimate ruin?
Tropes you'll enjoy:
- Age Gap
- He Falls First
- Dark Secrets
- Different Social Class
- Different Backgrounds
- Widow Finds Love
- Forbidden Love
- Secret Feelings
- Slow Burn
- Morally Gray Hero
Note: This series is part of Dragonblade's Flame line, so this is a scorching-hot read with open-door steam.
The Society of Wanton Widows Series
Book 1: The Duchess Pursues Her Pleasure
Book 2: The Viscountess in Bloom
Book 3: The Marchioness Makes a Bargain
Book 4: The Countess Keeps a Secret
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 08072026TMMAB |
| PRICE | $3.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 257 |
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Featured Reviews
Janet B, Reviewer
4.5 Stars
Victoria Smythe, Dowager Marchioness of Winstead, had always longed to start her own bakery. During her short marriage to a man twice her age, she discovered her love of creating complex pastries and cakes. When her husband passed without an heir, Victoria continued to indulge in her secret passion. Until the perfect opportunity arose from an unlikely ally. Declan Harrow uses his wits and fists in service to the Lord of Devil’s Acre. As the crime lord’s right-hand man, he takes on many unsavoury tasks—like protecting his employer’s investments. But his priorities shift when he meets the lovely Marchioness of Winstead. His protective nature drives him.
The third book in the series & it could easily be read on its own but previous characters do appear. I loved both Victoria & Declan their chemistry sizzled but they were from both ends of the social spectrum so a future for them seemed very unlikely. I loved their journey to a HEA, there was someone targeting Victoria’s new bakery but Declan & Mr Oh are on the case & whilst things were resolved I wanted the villain to be publicly shamed. The widows are mature women who are a force to be reckoned with & I love that they are all finding love, I also loved an item that was muted at the end! Entertaining, steamy, strong characters & flour getting everywhere
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
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