Lady Amelia Everly has long embraced her independence, rejecting every suitor who crosses her path. When forced to participate in the Season for the first time due to her parents insistence, Amelia reluctantly agrees- but with a secret plan of her own. She accepts a courtship with Edmund Prescott, the dashing Earl of Silverwood, but intends to drive him away within thirty days. She hopes that by feigning heartbreak, her parents will finally abandon their attempts to marry her off.

Will her plan go awry when unexpected emotions come into play?

Edmund Prescott, Earl of Silverwood, has always been the charming, dependable friend in any circle. When a reckless bet challenges him to court the elusive Amelia for a month though, he sees an opportunity to get closer to the woman who has intrigued him for years. The more time he spends with her, the more he begins to question his own motives and feelings. Yet, as he genuinely falls for her, the stakes of the bet become painfully clear.

How can he possibly reveal the truth to Amelia without losing her forever?

As their courtship unfolds amidst public scandal and personal revelations, Amelia and Edmund grapple with their own feelings and the truth behind their story. Amelia is torn between her growing attraction and her fear of being used, while Edmund struggles with the weight of his deception. With the shadow of the bet and public gossip looming over them, can they navigate their tangled emotions and come to terms with their true desires before it is too late?