A Sonata for the Wounded Duke

A Historical Regency Romance Novel

Lady Emma Thornton has lived with her grandmother since the fateful accident that led to her parents’ passing, leaving her blind. With only her cousin to keep her company, she is resigned to knowing she will never find love, until she bumps into a handsome stranger in one of her walks downtown.

Nathaniel Harrington, the Duke of Pembroke, has changed from ton’s sweetheart to recluse after the riding accident that weakened not only his body, but his spirit as well. When he returns Emma’s lost dog to the shy, young lady, tension brews even if sparks fly. Could this otherworldly beauty challenge his notions of love?

When Emma agrees to teach music to Nathaniel’s nephew, the two of them inevitably grow closer. However, scandal is afoot, and a jealous lady has her eye on Nathaniel. When their own prejudice gets in the way, can Nathaniel and Emma overcome the judgment of the ton to find true love amid isolation?

"A Sonata for the Wounded Duke" is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

Tropes: Slight Disability, The Unconventional/Unmarriageable Heroine

Recommended

Being blind in Regency times was a definite hardship. Nathaniel had been injured in a riding accident and felt less of a man for his limitations. A good plot. The virtual voice takes away from the enjoyment of the novel.