How to Be a Wallflower

In Eloisa James’s latest Regency novel, heiress Cleopatra Lewis aims to be a wallflower at her society launch, ordering unflattering dresses to deter suitors. However, when rugged American Jacob Astor Addison enters her life with a playful wager to design her wardrobe, their rivalry turns into a close friendship that challenges both their worlds. As Cleo becomes the belle of society, Jake grapples with his growing feelings for her, leading to a poignant exploration of love, honor, and the constraints of social class.