How to Fake It in Society: An irresistibly charming and sexy Regency romance
Apr 2026 · Pan Macmillan
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Bridgerton meets Casey McQuiston's Red, White & Royal Blue in this stunning queer romance by KJ Charles, author of The Gentle Art of Fortune Hunting.
'KJ Charles is, in my opinion, a titan of her genre'
– Talia Hibbert, bestselling author Get A Life, Chloe Brown
Nicolas-Marc, Comte de Valois de La Motte, is making a splash in Society. The son of a French noblewoman wrongly convicted for a notorious crime, he hopes to restore his mother’s reputation, if only he can raise the funds. Or, at least, that’s his story.
Titus Pilcrow, an unassuming shopkeeper, accidentally married an immensely wealthy woman on her deathbed. Now possessed of a fortune, he’s the target of every conman and beggar in London. Including Nico.
Broke and desperate, Nico latches on to Titus. It’s his big chance to get rich – 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 a way out of his own web of lies . . .
'An absolute romp of a book . . . I read it in one glorious day'
– T. Kingfisher, Sunday Times bestselling author of Hemlock & Silver
'Hilarious hijinks and a heartfelt romance make this a fresh, fun springtime read'
– Daily Mirror
'KJ Charles is, in my opinion, a titan of her genre'
– Talia Hibbert, bestselling author Get A Life, Chloe Brown
Nicolas-Marc, Comte de Valois de La Motte, is making a splash in Society. The son of a French noblewoman wrongly convicted for a notorious crime, he hopes to restore his mother’s reputation, if only he can raise the funds. Or, at least, that’s his story.
Titus Pilcrow, an unassuming shopkeeper, accidentally married an immensely wealthy woman on her deathbed. Now possessed of a fortune, he’s the target of every conman and beggar in London. Including Nico.
Broke and desperate, Nico latches on to Titus. It’s his big chance to get rich – 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 a way out of his own web of lies . . .
'An absolute romp of a book . . . I read it in one glorious day'
– T. Kingfisher, Sunday Times bestselling author of Hemlock & Silver
'Hilarious hijinks and a heartfelt romance make this a fresh, fun springtime read'
– Daily Mirror
Bridgerton meets Casey McQuiston's Red, White & Royal Blue in this stunning queer romance by KJ Charles, author of The Gentle Art of Fortune Hunting.
'KJ Charles is, in my opinion, a titan of her genre'
– Talia Hibbert, bestselling author Get A Life, Chloe Brown
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Alison Robinson
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May 3, 2026
I love me a historical romance, throw in a fortune-hunter, a long con, a fake accent, Marie-Antoinette, cross-dressers, some fascinating historical details, wonderful characters, and a wicked brother and I'm in heaven. I love, love, love KJ Charles' books and I only wish she would/could write them faster because I gobble them down too fast. Nico was such a lovely character, and Titus was a charming mixture of astute and naïve, loved it. I received an ARC from the publisher via NetGalley.
About the author
KJ Charles was an editor for twenty years before she switched sides to become a full-time novelist. She writes mostly historical queer romance, some with fantasy. Smut, skulduggery, and swashbuckling may occur. She lives in London with her family, an out-of-control garden, and a cat of absolute night.
KJ Charles was an editor for twenty years before she switched sides to become a full-time novelist. She writes mostly historical queer romance, some with fantasy. Smut, skulduggery, and swashbuckling may occur. She lives in London with her family, an out-of-control garden, and a cat of absolute n...
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