Jessica Wild isnt big on commitment. But after inheriting millions from Grace, a sweet old lady she met in her grandmothers nursing home, the situation seems to have changed. To put an end to the many questions about her nonexistent love life, Jess had led Grace to believe she had a boyfriend-turned-fianc-turned-husband: her glamorous boss, Anthony Milton. But Jesss fantasy to keep Grace happy has backfiredGrace has passed away and left her fortune not to Jessica Wild but to Mrs. Jessica Milton.Having weighed all legal options, Jess comes to the realization that theres only one thing she can do: get Anthony to fall in love with her and pop the question for real. With help from her feisty best friend, Helen, Jess reluctantly learns the art of flirting, seduction, and playing hard to get. But just when it appears that Anthony is about to ask the (literal) million-dollar question, Jess finds herself wondering if its right to say I do for all the wrong reasons.The first novel in Gemma Townleys exciting new Wild trilogy, The Importance of Being Married introduces an irresistible heroine caught up in a scheme that could change her life forever. Gemma Townley writes with such charm and humor that its impossible not to get swept up in The Importance of Being Married. This sweet, funny novel takes on love and marriage from a whole new angle.Holly Peterson, author of The Manny Is it really Just as easy to marry for money? Gemma Townley provides a how-toas well as a hilarious and heartfelt answer. A fast-paced, fun read.Lynn Schnurnberger, co-author of The Men I Didnt MarryWarm, witty, and always entertaining, Gemma Townley leads us on a fun romp that pays homage to Mr. Wilde himself.Alexandra Potter, author of Me and Mr. DarcyFrom the Trade Paperback edition.