Books like One Night is Never Enough by Anne Mallory

Roman Merrick, a ruthless and seductive figure in London’s underworld, has a reputation for getting everything he wants. His desire turns to obsession when he encounters Charlotte Chatsworth, a polished jewel of the glamorous ton. In a high‑stakes card game, Roman bet his control against Charlotte’s debt‑ridden gambler father, wagering ten thousand pounds for one night with Charlotte’s seductive presence. The stakes soar: Charlotte is left devastated as the game turns her father into a creditor, and her path becomes perilous as she navigates the underworld’s danger and Roman’s relentless pursuit. As their doomed romance intensifies, Roman’s empire—and the life he has built—faces possible collapse, creating an emotional gamble that could cost him everything. The novel explores themes of love, gambling, and the treacherous allure of power, weaving romance with the grim realities of the gambling scene and social customs of London's elite.

First publish date: 2011