Kate (K.C.) Bateman

6 Series

Kate (K.C.) Bateman is an author of historical romance novels, notably the Secrets and Spies series, featuring intelligent heroines and beloved heroes. Her works have earned significant recognition, with The Devil to Pay being a Romance Writers of America 2019 RITA Finalist and A Counterfeit Heart winning the 2018 Book Buyer’s Best contest for Best Historical Romance. Additionally, Kate is a fine art appraiser and an on-screen antiques expert for UK television shows.

In K.C. Bateman's standalone novel, "The Devil to Pay," set in Italy in 1492, Cara di Montessori enlists the notorious mercenary Il Diavolo, Alessandro del Sarto, to help her reclaim her birthright from her murderous uncle. In exchange, Alessandro requires Cara to entertain his guests and share his bed for two weeks. Despite her resolve, Cara finds their mutual attraction impossible to resist. As they navigate the dangers surrounding them, Cara faces a critical choice between her destiny and her heart's desire.