The Reluctant Marquess put a unique twist on an old storyline. When Robert and Charity marry to satisfy the terms of a will so Robert can inherit, they aren't quite sure what to expect from each other. Charity and Robert decide to make a go of it, if only to satisfy both of their material needs, if not emotional ones. Charity is a blast of fresh air for the London ton, who isn't quite sure what to make of her and her strange country ways. Charity is trying to make the best of her marriage and find some semblance of love with Robert, but he seems to be against the thought from the very beginning. The ending of the story was very touching, with a bit of humor thrown in as well.