Her Lessons in Persuasion

In the first installment of Megan Frampton's series, A School for Scoundrels, readers are introduced to Lady Wilhelmina Bettesford, who reluctantly enters the competitive world of courtship after her stepmother enlists the help of charming barrister Bram Townsend. Their staged romance is meant to fend off unwanted suitors while Wilhelmina awaits her inheritance, but the lines between pretense and genuine affection blur as their connection deepens. Set against the vibrant backdrop of London, this tale explores themes of love, independence, and the complexities of societal expectations.