The Duke’s Most Reluctant Bride

A Historical Regency Romance Novel

De: Penelope Whitmore

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Marianne Fairleigh accepts an arranged marriage hoping for a quiet life and the freedom to pursue her love of baking, as becoming a Duchess was supposed to be only a duty to fulfil. Little did she know the handsome stranger she once met at a factory would become the husband she barely knows. Has Marianne entered a simple arrangement or something far more uncertain?

After eleven years abroad, Alistair Harrington returns home hardened by war and burdened by his title. Marriage is meant to be practical, nothing more. Yet, his spirited bride refuses to remain distant and her warmth begins to challenge the walls around his guarded heart. Can a man who has long buried his feelings learn to trust them again?

As Marianne and Alistair begin to find unexpected comfort together, rivals and lingering secrets threaten their fragile bond. What began as duty slowly becomes something deeper- will they risk their hearts before doubt tears them apart?

"The Duke’s Most Reluctant Bride" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Tropes: Marriage of Convenience, Opposites Attract, Forced Proximity, Unconventional Heroine