An Arranged Betrothal with a Contrite Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Novel (Marriages Under Conditions Book 4)
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A charming, kind, and intelligent lady who believes in trust and love. Lydia is the most beautiful woman he’s ever seen and far from the homely spinster grateful to marry a duke he’d imagined. Can love’s tender shoots survive when the awful truth behind this arranged marriage is exposed?
When reclusive scholar Michael Lawrence, Duke of Strawbridge, sets out to trick the blue-stockinged spinster Lady Lydia Townsend into marriage, he’s never even met his intended bride. His plan is simple: He makes the girl a duchess, and her dowry will include the ancient pottery vase her father owns, which has been Michael’s obsession for years. But after the wedding, seeking solace in his books, overwhelmed with guilt for tricking the lady he’s falling for into marriage, Michael fails in his husbandly duties. When Lydia learns the truth behind their marriage, he fears he’s about to lose something rather precious than a piece of pottery.
Happily on the shelf and busy with her passion for promoting universal education, Lady Lydia Townsend is duped into marrying the handsome, apparently charming Duke of Strawbridge. Ignorant of the real reason why he sought her hand in particular, Lydia, nevertheless, finds him powerfully attractive and agrees to the marriage, hoping love will blossom. But once wed, her husband is kind but reclusive by day, while at night, he shuns her bedchamber. Confused and hurt but determined to be patient, Lydia buries herself in her educational work. She’s pleasantly surprised when the Duke seems to want to support her. Why, he might even care for her despite everything. She’s crushed when she accidentally finds out the real reason the Duke wished to marry her. Can she ever learn to trust the man she loves again?
*A captivating historical romance novel that will whisk you away to a world of passion and enchantment! With its irresistible blend of timeless romance and captivating characters, this tale is meticulously crafted to satisfy your deepest desires for an unforgettable happily ever after. No cheating and cliffhangers. An Arranged Betrothal with a Contrite Duke awaits, ready to transport you to a world where love conquers all!
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Customer Reviews
B***********r
Much suspense, kept me distressed as to the Dukes predicament
February 17, 2025
A****n
Lylia and Micheal
January 12, 2025
L**********k
Cute and realistic
October 27, 2024
K*************r
AWESOME BOOK
July 10, 2024
A***********s
Suspenseful
July 2, 2024
G********T
Interesting Story
April 13, 2024
P******o
No Problem
November 8, 2023
S*******y
Poorly written
November 5, 2023
K*************r
Loved it
November 1, 2023
D******.
Good clean Romance
September 17, 2023
s**********r
The Ancient Artifact
September 11, 2023
T************l
Love conquered All
August 29, 2023
K*************s
Always
August 19, 2023
K***************n
Learning how love
July 25, 2023
A****C
Long and repetitive
July 23, 2023
E************o
historic and charming
July 22, 2023
A*************r
Lots of errors and inconsistencies.
July 12, 2023
G**.
Great read
July 12, 2023
T******.
A beautiful Lady is arranged to be married w a reclusive Duke.
June 27, 2023
R********e
Healing Love
June 27, 2023
K*********t
it started out strong but..
June 20, 2023
L****************************r
You need an editor & a proofreader.
June 18, 2023
P****s
Trading old vase for love
June 15, 2023
V*****G
When love comes calling.
June 12, 2023
K*************r
Fast read!
June 11, 2023
m************s
Not regency accurate
June 9, 2023
O****************s
An Arranged Betrothal With a Contrite Duke
June 6, 2023
M**B
I tried
June 5, 2023
B***Y
Good reading!
June 5, 2023
E***B
A Great Read
June 3, 2023
K*************r
Great romance concerning hidden guilt
June 3, 2023
c******y
Blinded by obsession
June 2, 2023
S******.
Slow start but hoping for good end!
June 1, 2023
A*************r
Confusing
June 1, 2023
W******j
Just OK
June 1, 2023
K*************r
Book
June 1, 2023
R*********e
A great novel but not my favorite by Sally Forbes
June 1, 2023
c*************g
Review
June 1, 2023
W***********d
He found someone that makes him happy if he will only let himself
May 31, 2023
D******n
A Marriage Built Upon Deceit
May 31, 2023
D************e
Lydia and Michael
May 31, 2023
B*******l
The Collector’s Bluestocking
May 31, 2023
c***l
Clean and sweet
May 30, 2023
K*************r
Contrite Duke?
May 30, 2023
S***********y
Short and Sweet
May 30, 2023
J*d
Enjoyable read!
May 30, 2023
r**e
Vase vs Love
May 30, 2023
k**********o
What is truly a possession?
May 30, 2023
R**********n
Refreshingly different
May 30, 2023
C****e
Honesty is the best policy.
May 30, 2023
A**.
absolutely everything I want in a romance novel
May 30, 2023
D******.
Tempted to Trade Treasures
May 30, 2023
C***************s
Can a villain and hero be the same fellow?
May 30, 2023
F***********s
Selfish Groom Bride in love
May 29, 2023
N********n
Different take on why to marry
May 29, 2023
c**********3
Romance
May 29, 2023
A***********y
I could not put it down read it all in one sitting!
May 29, 2023
J**********e
Finding the true treasure
May 29, 2023
C***y
What is contrition anyway?
May 29, 2023
a**********n
Cool
May 29, 2023
Jo
Selfishness rebounds
May 27, 2023
