<blockquote> <p> The Rules of Engagement: </p> </blockquote> <p> Choose a bride from this year's debutantes.<BR> Decide on a proper settlement.<BR> Send an announcement to <i>The Times.</i><BR> Inform the <i>bride</i> of her good fortune.<BR> </blockquote> </p> <blockquote> <p> Rules of Respectability </p> </blockquote> <p> Devon Mathewes, earl of Kerrich, has a plan that is sure to restore him to the Queen's favor.First, he must hire a sensible, unattractive governess. Next, he will see to adopting a properly grateful orphan, which will surely lend him a patina of respectability. Finally, he must obtain a guarantee that his orphan and the governess will better his character and reputation without unduly disturbing his life--love life or otherwise. </p> <blockquote> <p> Rules of Passion </p> </blockquote> <p> As a condition of accepting the governess position, Miss Pamela Lockhart of the Distinguished Academy of Governesses has a few rules of her own. Devon at all times must behave with propriety, an unlikely accomplishment that would delight the <i>ton</i> and completely astonish Pamela herself. She must be allowed to choose a suitable orphan at her own discretion. Most important, Devon must vow to never<i>ever</i> delve into Pamela's background, or her appearance, lest he discover the truth behind the deepest secrets of her heart. But of course, all rules are made to be broken . . . </p> <blockquote> <p> Rules of Engagement </p> </blockquote>