Four young ladies at the side of the ballroom make a pact to help each other find husbands... no matter what it takes.

Proud and beautiful Annabelle Peyton could have her pick of suitors—if only she had a dowry. Her family is on the brink of disaster, and the only way Annabelle can save them is to marry a wealthy man. Unfortunately, her most persistent admirer is the brash Simon Hunt, a handsome and ambitious entrepreneur who wants her as his mistress.

Annabelle is determined to resist Simon's wicked propositions, but she can't deny her attraction to the boldly seductive rogue, any more than he can resist the challenge she presents. As they try to outmaneuver each other, they find themselves surrendering to a love more powerful than they could have ever imagined. But fate may have other plans—and it will take all of Annabelle's courage to face a peril that could destroy everything she holds dear.

The Way We Live Now is a compelling tale of greed and deception, penned by the talented Anthony Trollope in 1875. This classic novel delves into the world of high finance and the fraudulent machinations of a great financier, Augustus Melmotte. As Melmotte's grand schemes unfold, readers are drawn into a vivid portrayal of the railway business and the intricate social dynamics of the time.

At the heart of the story is Melmotte's daughter, whose life is manipulated by a grasping lover. Anthony Trollope masterfully captures the hypocrisy and moral decay of British society, making this novel a timeless piece in the literature of money.

This narrative is not just a story; it's an immersive experience into the economic intrigues of Victorian London. The Way We Live Now remains a ripping good read, offering both entertainment and a poignant social commentary.