To Sketch a Scandal

· Lucky Lovers of London Book 4 · Harlequin Audio · Narrated by Joel Leslie
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Forbidden love is an art all its own

London, 1886

Barkeep Warren Bakshi is happy with the secrets that he keeps—those of the patrons he serves at underground queer club The Curious Fox, and his own.

But when Warren’s long-lost brother returns, bringing unexpected wealth to the Bakshi family, his elevated status requires more dignified pursuits. An art class seems an ideal way to keep questions at bay, until it reunites him with the subject of his recent fantasies—a man Warren’s boss has expressly forbidden him to pursue.

Detective Inspector Matthew Shaw has brought some of London’s worst criminals to justice. With laws against homosexuality on the books, meeting Warren could detonate his undercover case—and his career. But when his artistic deficiencies prove a greater threat than his desire, Warren is the only person he can turn to for help.

Private drawing tutorials give way to an affair that may put more than their jobs in jeopardy. But real life is infinitely more complicated and surprising than any lessons could prepare them for…

Lucky Lovers of London

Book 1: The Gentleman's Book of Vices
Book 2: A Rulebook for Restless Rogues
Book 3: A Bluestocking's Guide to Decadence
Book 4: To Sketch a Scandal

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Andrea Romance
July 23, 2025
In 1886 London, barkeep Warren is happy with his secret life working at a gay gentleman’s club—until a fling with detective Matthew exposes them both to risks. This is a light-hearted but tense story with well-developed characters. Warren’s family relationships add fun and texture to the story. Matthew is such a sweetheart—it’s wonderful to see him find a sense of belonging at last. I enjoyed the audiobook narration. Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my voluntary review.
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Jess Everlee writes decadent romance from the Northeast Ohio split-level she shares with her small family of furballs and fellow humans. She holds a B.A. from The Ohio State University, where she studied English and Gender Studies, focusing on Victorian Literature and public health topics. She has a deep love of interesting art, offbeat communities, and admittedly pretentious coffee brewing systems. Find her at www.jesseverlee.com.

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