Penelope's Passion

1816 London

After her mother's death, Penelope Wood's hope of opening a bakery falls victim to the real need to support herself. When four retired courtesans present her with a temporary yet lucrative path back to her dream, she wants to hear more. Attending the School of Enlightenment, participating in a Virgin Auction, and becoming a courtesan all sound feasible. The most important rule-do not fall in love.

Lord Michael Slade, heir to the Earl of Mansfield, loves his family above all else, ...