The Ideal Bride

Another chapter of the beloved Cynster dynasty, from New York Times-bestselling author Stephanie Laurens. Michael Anstruther-Wetherby is aristocratic, charming, and connected (to the Cynster family). Only one thing is missing: a wife to accompany -- and ensure -- his success. But standing between Michael and the perfect young lady is her beautiful and strong-minded aunt. Is Michael’s future in jeopardy, or is the ideal bride standing right in front of him?New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Laurens has created some of romance's most unforgettable novels. Now she has created her most provocative love story -- and amazing hero -- to date. This is the book that dares to ask the question: Who is this man's ideal bride? Michael Anstruther-Wetherby is a rising member of Parliament -- a man destined for power. Aristocratic, elegant, and effortlessly charming, he is just arrogant enough to capture the interest of the ladies of the ton. And with his connections to the wealthy and influential Cynster family -- his sister is married to Devil Cynster, the Duke of St. Ives -- his future appears assured. Except that Michael lacks the single most important element of success: a wife. Political pressure sends him searching for his ideal bride, a gently bred, malleable young lady, preferably one with a political background. Michael discovers such a paragon but finds a formidable obstacle in his path -- the young lady's beautiful, strong-minded aunt -- Caroline Sutcliffe.