An Improbable Scheme

About the book

There are some secrets that are worth stealing. And there are some hearts that are harder to escape.

Lady Elsbeth Caldwell has always had a feeling that her stepfather is hiding something sinister behind his charming exterior. Determined to uncover the truth, she takes matters into her own hands, even resorting to robbing a passing coach in the dead of night. Little does she know, the coach belongs to Niles Drayton, Earl of Westcott - a man with a sharp tongue, a quick wit, and a knack for finding humor in the most scandalous situations.

Niles has no interest in being part of any matchmaking schemes, especially those devised by his meddling aunt. But when he meets the outspoken and intriguing Lady Elsbeth, he is set on keeping her away from his sister - and himself - at all costs.

As danger looms closer to Elsbeth, Niles finds himself drawn further into her world. What starts as a reluctant partnership soon evolves into a fragile bond, fraught with danger. When dark secrets come to light and the truth about Elsbeth's deception is revealed, the two must rely on each other if they are to survive.

This time, it's not just Elsbeth's heart that is in jeopardy - it's her life.

An Improbable Scheme is the first book in Laura Beers' Courting the Unconventional series, a charming and clean romance set in the Regency era. Each book in the series promises a Happily-Ever-After and is best read in order.

Other series by Laura Beers include The Beckett Files, Regency Brides: A Promise of Love, Proper Regency Matchmakers, Regency Spies & Secrets, Gentlemen of London, Lords & Ladies of Mayfair, and The Lockwood Family.