Played False by Avril Borthiry

Divorced after twenty-six years of marriage, Sophie Kellett is trying to get her life – and her self-esteem – back on track. To begin, she has no intention of dating anytime soon. Men are off the menu. Or so she tells herself. But then, one evening, she barges into a restaurant foyer and collides with Matt Marsden. A vintage male, sexy as hell. Out of Sophie’s league, she reckons. Besides, he’s obviously married. Definitely off limits. So, she untangles herself and puts him out of her mind.
However, it seems she made more of an impact on Matt than she realizes. They meet again and the sparks fly as a misunderstanding is resolved. Sophie has never met anyone like him. Lured by his magnetism and experience, she sets her insecurities aside and dares to reach for a life and a love she’d never have thought possible.
But fate, with all its cruelties and vindictiveness, pulls the rug out from under her feet, and she finds herself facing a situation that forces her to make a heartbreaking decision.
In this impassioned and sensual tale, the strengths and weaknesses of two special people are put to the test.
** Previously published as ‘A Gracious Deception” under pen name Morgan Skye, this version has been updated and edited.**