Max [AUDIOBOOK]

His name is on the scandal sheets. Her name is her own secret. A fake courtship that will grant them both the time they need. Maximillian Oakley, the roguish son of the esteemed Duke of Lancaster, finds himself trapped between his parents' expectations and his rebellious nature. Struggling to escape the shadows of his accomplished cousin, William, who now holds a position of influence as the Baron of Mowbray and counsellor to the Lancaster manor, Maximilian yearns for freedom and acceptance.  Fed up with the constant comparisons and feeling rejected, Maximilian concocts a reckless plan to become the epitome of scandalous behavior, defying his aristocratic lineage.  However, when the relentless scandal sheets expose his debauchery, he faces dire consequences. Maximilian's father issues an ultimatum: find a suitable wife or be cut off from the family fortune. Enter Miss Lily, a captivating and daring young woman who ventures into the lofty echelons of the dukedom in search of justice for her incarcerated father, a fallen merchant. Lily proposes a mutually beneficial arrangement to Maximilian—a fabricated courtship that will grant them both the time they need. Unbeknownst to Maximilian, Lily conceals her true identity along with secrets darker than he can possibly imagine. However, as she becomes acquainted with Maximilian and his family, doubts cloud her. While Maximilian is transformed by Lily's influence, she finds herself inexplicably drawn to her supposed enemy. As their feelings deepen, Lily grapples with conflicting emotions. Yet, the game is far from over. As hidden truths and tangled loyalties come to light, Maximilian and Lily must navigate treacherous waters to discover the ultimate truth.