Books like The ruin of a rake by Cat Sebastian

Lord Courtenay is a celebrated figure in London society, known for his libertine lifestyle and infamous exploits. When a salacious novel—purportedly detailing his debauched adventures—is published, he finds himself ostracized and cut off from his family, including his nephew. Desperate to rehabilitate his image, Courtenay agrees to spend time with Julian Medlock, a man revered for his impeccable manners and unwavering commitment to propriety. Medlock, accustomed to the rigid expectations of the aristocracy, views Courtenay’s escapades with disdain, yet the unlikely pairing forces both men to confront the rigid boundaries of Victorian social conduct and the realities of their own desires. Set against the backdrop of the 19th‑century English aristocracy, the novel explores themes of reputation, sexuality, and the clash between public expectation and private longing.

First publish date: 2017