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Learn moreBridgerton meets The Goldfinch in How to Fake It in Society, a stunning queer romance by rising genre star KJ Charles.It is 1821 and Nicolas-Marc, Comte de Valois de La Motte is making a splash in London Society. The son of Jeanne de Valois de La Motte, infamous for stealing a priceless diamond necklace meant for Marie Antoinette, Nico hopes to restore his wronged mother's reputation, if only he can raise the funds. But he must operate with great secrecy, because the Bourbon dynasty murdered his mother, and he fears for his life.At least, that's what he tells Titus Pilcrow. Titus was a simple shopkeeper, making and selling artists' paints, when he found himself suddenly married to an immensely wealthy woman who wanted to disinherit her nephew on her deathbed. As word spreads of his fortune, Titus finds himself a target of every scammer and beggar in London...including one Nicolas-Marc, Comte de Valois de La Motte.Nico is on his last legs, out of money, and on the run from some terrifying gangsters. When Titus offers Nico a space in his household, it's the perfect chance for him to exploit London's newest golden purse--until he falls in love with the man he needs to cheat. Still, Nico is sure they can have a happy ending together. If he can just find his way out of his own web of lies...
KJ Charles spent twenty years working as an editor in London publishing before switching sides to become a full-time writer. She has published more than 30 novels and been translated into eight languages. KJ generally writes historical romance, fantasy, and murder. She currently lives in London with husband, two kids, a retired cat, and a carnivorous garden.
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Audiobook details
Author:
KJ Charles
Narrator:
WIll Watt
ISBN:
9781250435910
Length:
TBA
Language:
English
Publisher:
Macmillan Audio
Publication date:
April 28, 2026
Edition:
Unabridged
Libro.fm rank:
#1,913 Overall
Genre rank:
#120 in LGBTQIA+ Fiction
Reviews
Praise for How to Fake It in Society:
"An absolute romp of a book. Genderbent Georgette Heyer-style antics. I read it in one glorious day."โT. Kingfisher
"Charles combines a rollicking tale of murder, mayhem, and vengeance with a gorgeous romance about an adorably awkward hero and the rogue who sweeps him off his feet. A five-star read, as always." โ Talia Hibbert, USA Today bestselling author
"How to Fake it in Society contains the usual KJ Charles charms: a smart, snappy voice; total yet easy immersion in another place and time; and irresistible characters who fall in love by truly seeing each other. But the real catnip for me was that this novel is also a treatise on the power of art, art being one of the consolations of the particular timeline we modern people find ourselves in."--Jenny Holiday, USA Today bestselling author of Canadian Boyfriend
"KJ Charles has an unmatched talent for putting uniquely lovable characters into uniquely riveting situations and in How to Fake it in Society, this talent is on full display. Charles takes a delightfully madcap premise and turns it into a tender, charming, and often hilarious love story. Come for the romance, stay for the conversations about what makes the perfect green pigment (hint: poison). I'm already looking forward to reading it again." โ Emma Tรถrzs, Sunday Times bestselling author of Ink Blood Sister Scribe
"How to Fake It in Society was so much fun I immediately tore through another half-dozen KJ Charles books. This one was absolutely delightful -- fun, gripping, funny, and hot."โNaomi Kritzer
"Titus and Nicoโs relationship is both sweet and steamyโand itโs well-balanced against a darker subplot that adds intrigue...will leave readers satisfied." โ Kirkus, starred review
"Delightful... Another fun and exciting historical romp from a genre star." - Library Journal, starred review
"Sparkling... [This] tale of intrigue, social pressure, and forbidden love is sure to please." โ Publishers Weekly
Praise for KJ Charles:
โA high-heat epicโโOprah Daily, on The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen
โAs always, Charles combines masterful prose, thrilling romance, fantastic wit, and gripping stakes. Her characters feel as real and relatable as a bruise. She is, in my opinion, a titan of her genre.โโTalia Hibbert, on The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen
"KJ Charles is one of the best romance novelists writing today. Historical romance at its finest." โSarah MacLean, New York Times bestselling author, on The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen
"Once again KJ Charles has produced an absolute masterpiece!" โJoanna Shupe, USA Today bestselling author
"A romantic, swashbuckling tale from start to finish."โManda Collins, Bestselling Author of A Lady's Guide to Mischief and Mayhem
โThe Duke at Hazard is my dream historical romance: emotional and intimate, but also full of wit, humor, and a lovable cast of supporting characters. The setting feels so vivid and alive, and every single interaction between the two heroes is pitch perfect. I loved every word of this book." โMartha Waters, author of To Woo and to Wed
โCharles successfully balances a complicated suspense plot and an emotionally resonant romance. โฆ This novel launches a delightful new Regency romance series from Charles; readers will be eagerly anticipating the next installment.โโLibrary Journal, starred review, on The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen
โA dark and stunning love story between a smuggler and a newly minted baronet. โฆ Readers will devour this โฆ a surprising number of beetles and newts for a romance.โ โPublishers Weekly, starred review, on The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen
โThe various financial and internecine quarrels are convincingly rendered and the supporting characters and setting finely textured, but itโs the tenderness and steam that emanate from Gareth and Joss that really give the story its spark. Their relationship is deeply passionate, and they have a lovely way of communicating even when they donโt have the language to articulate their feelings.โโBook Page, starred review, on The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen
"With humor and wit, Charles puts a unique, sensuous spin on the classic Regency Gretna Green elopement plot. This lively M/M romp explores the hard-hitting issues of racism, classism, and homophobia and delivers an enjoyable read as well.โ โLibrary Journal on Wanted, A Gentleman
โA great romance road trip โฆ a delicious Gothic feel, with a damsel in distress and a Snidely Whiplashesque villain throwing an upstanding gentleman and a lovable scoundrel together to save the day.โ โWashington Post on Wanted, A Gentleman
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