Book excerpt: The Worthington Curse… Is the Marquess of Worthington doomed like his ancestors? The notorious rogue doesn’t believe in that old legend. But he trusts his instincts, and they’re telling him the squire’s daughter he once befriended is in danger. Clare Cummings believed in curses, fairy tale castles, and happy endings—until Worthington broke her heart. But if he’s determined to rescue her from a bad betrothal, she might rescue him right back. Can she save him from the history that haunts him, or will the curse destroy them both? Book #4 of The Regency Collection: Witty Regencies with a Touch of Mystery “Simmons demonstrates her growing talent in this murder mystery Regency romp.” - Affaire de Coeur Deborah Simmons is a two-time RITA Finalist and USA Today bestselling author of historical romances originally published by Avon, Harlequin, and Berkley, as well as a romantic comedy. Key Themes: Regency romance, reunion, curse, marquess, Regency mystery, independent heroine, Regency romp series, second chance at love, strong heroine, brooding hero, reformed rake, happily ever after, heartwarming, love story, romance series, redemption.