This book was okay, a quick read if you're in the mood for a historical romance. I seem to be seeing a lot of this trope lately, the gaming-hell rough man who attracts a prim lady (opposites forced into a marriage). The ending seemed a bit forced to me, but not unexpected. It's supposed to be the first book in a series, but the couple already had scenes from some previous series that I haven't read; just a little confusing, but okay. ( )