The Marquess’s Wagered Wife

By Emily E K Murdoch

On Sale: 7/16/2026
A high society, enemies to lovers Regency romance 

A marriage gamble… 

Worth the risk? 

When irritatingly handsome Montague Donovan, Marquess of Laidley, challenges Calliope Oliver to a painting contest, the stakes are high. If he wins, Calliope must marry him, and if Calliope wins, then she will gain the artistic recognition she’s always craved—and knock the arrogant smirk off his face!  

Having unexpectedly become guardian to his orphaned nephew, Montague finds himself in need of a convenient wife—fast. As their competition reaches fever pitch, and he and silver-tongued Calliope bicker their way to attraction, it’s more than the wager he stands to lose—but his heart too!

From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.

The Unconventional Oliver Sisters

Book 1: The Duke’s Meddlesome Matchmaker
Book 2: The Marquess’s Wagered Wife
ISBN: 9780369776976
Imprint: Harlequin Historical
On Sale: Jul 16, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Regency
BISAC 2: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Victorian
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Historical / General

Emily E K Murdoch

Biography

USAT Bestselling author, Emily E K Murdoch, is read in multiple languages around the world. Enjoy sweet romances as Emily Murdoch, and steamy romances as Emily E K Murdoch.

I’ve had a varied career to date: from examining medieval manuscripts to designing museum exhibitions, to working as a researcher for the BBC to working for the National Trust.

My books range from England 1050 to Texas 1848, and I can’t wait for you to fall in love with my heroes and heroines! 

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A high society, enemies to lovers Regency romance <br><br> A marriage gamble… <br><br> Worth the risk?<em> </em><br><br> When irritatingly handsome Montague Donovan, Marquess of Laidley, challenges Calliope Oliver to a painting contest, the stakes are high. If he wins, Calliope must marry him, and if Calliope wins, then she will gain the artistic recognition she’s always craved—and knock the arrogant smirk off his face!  <br><br> Having unexpectedly become guardian to his orphaned nephew, Montague finds himself in need of a convenient wife—fast. As their competition reaches fever pitch, and he and silver-tongued Calliope bicker their way to attraction, it’s more than the wager he stands to lose—but his heart too!<br><br><strong>From Harlequin Historical: <em>Your romantic escape to the past.</em></strong><br><br><strong>The Unconventional Oliver Sisters</strong><br><br><strong>Book 1: <i>The Duke’s Meddlesome Matchmaker</i><br>Book 2: <i>The Marquess’s Wagered Wife</i>

ISBN: 9780369776976
Imprint: Harlequin Historical
On Sale: Jul 16, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Regency
BISAC 2: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Victorian
BISAC 3: FICTION / Romance / Historical / General

Emily E K Murdoch

Biography

<p>USAT Bestselling author, Emily E K Murdoch, is read in multiple languages around the world. Enjoy sweet romances as Emily Murdoch, and steamy romances as Emily E K Murdoch.</p><p>I've had a varied career to date: from examining medieval manuscripts to designing museum exhibitions, to working as a researcher for the BBC to working for the National Trust.</p><p>My books range from England 1050 to Texas 1848, and I can't wait for you to fall in love with my heroes and heroines! </p>gt;