A Sham Betrothal

In 1774 Paris, Sophie Twisden finds herself entangled in a sham betrothal due to her grandmother's illness, leading to the unwelcome attention of the arrogant Sheldon Cholmsley. When her friend Basile Gervain offers a more honorable protection, Sophie begins to question her feelings, discovering a deep connection with him that transforms her initial convenience into something more profound. As their time together draws to a close, Sophie grapples with her desire to forge a true bond with Basile while facing the reality of her precarious situation.