Even beneath the veil she always wears to hide her scars, he can see from her dazzling smile, the graceful way she dances, and her kind nature that she’s beautiful, inside and out. Can two resolutely single people confront their painful pasts and learn to trust in love?

Lord Alexander Bainbridge, Earl of Burleigh, 30, is one of the most handsome and eligible bachelors in Society—and a renowned rake to boot. Hiding a painful past caused by his parents’ unhappy marriage, he’s vowed never to wed. Then, he meets the Scarred Lady, a woman treated poorly by Society because of a disfigurement. Impressed by her kind, brave nature and sorry for the way she’s treated, he resolves to help her gain social acceptance by showing an interest in her. But things take an unexpected turn when he starts to experience feelings for her he’s never known before. As the walls he’s built around his heart start to crumble, can he confront his past and accept true love into his life?

At 17,the beautifulThora Kingsley was considered a catch for any nobleman. But at 24, she’s decidedly on the shelf, for just after her successful come-out ball, she had an accident that left her permanently scarred. Slighted by the ton because of her disfigurement, she’s lost her confidence. While she attends the Season to support her family, she always wears a veil to hide her scars, fading into the background, thankful to be ignored. That is, until a chance meeting with a handsome, rakish earl starts to challenge her belief that she’s unworthy of love and brings a chance for happiness she never thought would come. But with such a painful past, will she dare to take it?

*Get ready to dive into a captivating love story filled with complex connections, intense emotions, and a touch of intrigue. Follow two individuals whose lives are intertwined by destiny as they face the challenges of society’s norms, and ultimately, realize the strength of genuine love.
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In the midst of his secluded existence, burdened by the heartbreaking loss of his parents, he finds himself forced into a hasty marriage. Desperate to secure an heir, he cares little for love or companionship. However, a daunting question looms over him: which lady would be willing to wed a beast?

After a failed second Season, Miss Evelyn Wentworth’s future and her family’s security are uncertain. In a desperate attempt to save her family from ruin, she reluctantly agrees to an arranged marriage with the enigmatic Duke of Carlwood, Nathaniel Cavendish. Fearing the prospect of marrying a stranger, Evelyn is filled with anxiety and uncertainty, yet she knows she must do what is best for her family.

Nathaniel Cavendish, haunted by his parents’ tragic deaths, has spent years living a reclusive lifestyle. Skeptical about marriage, Nathaniel has been pressured by his grandmother to settle down and produce an heir. When he learns that Evelyn’s father owes him a significant debt, he agrees to accept her hand in marriage as payment. After their union, they leave for Nathaniel’s countryseat.

As they navigate their unexpected union, mysterious events and sabotage begin to threaten the safety of their family and the very foundation of their lives. Joining forces to confront these challenges, Evelyn and Nathaniel find strength in their blossoming connection.

Will they overcome the obstacles and enemies that stand in their way, or will the shadows of the past and the weight of their responsibilities tear them apart before their love can truly begin?

*Experience an irresistible tale of love and mystery as two souls defy society’s expectations and find true happiness. This captivating romance will keep you hooked from start to finish, delivering a profoundly satisfying happy ever end. Meet, Nathaniel and Evelyn, as they navigate a world full of secrets and discover a love that surpasses all boundaries.

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The life of a reclusive gentleman is turned upside down when Lady Genevieve, a woman of high society, enters his world. As a deeply wounded Viscount with a dark past, he struggles to find redemption. Can Lady Genevieve be the one to bring him out of his shell and help him heal?

Lady Genevieve Munroe is the only child of the Duke of Montmere. The previous year she made her come out and received many offers of marriage. But her father turned them down as they did not meet his high expectations of a favorable match for his daughter. Genevieve decides to compile a list of qualities she is looking for in a gentleman, hoping to find the perfect match during the upcoming Season in order to please her parents.

James Hamilton was born a second son and enlisted to fight in the war. During the fighting, he was left severely scarred on the right side of his face. He returned to London and took up a reclusive lifestyle in the countryside. But his peaceful world was turned upside down eighteen months ago when his eldest brother passed away suddenly. James’s new title as Viscount Hamilton has brought him to London to fulfill his duty of ensuring his younger sister Alice makes a match during the upcoming Season. The last thing James expects is to find himself captivated by the beautiful Lady Genevieve.

A blossoming romance soon develops between James and Genevieve. But with outside forces set on tearing them apart, will they be able to overcome their obstacles and live happily ever after?

*If you like heart-wrenching twists and turns, lots of romance stories with a touch of mystery and heartfelt emotions then you’ll love “The Scarred Viscount’s Redemption”, by Martha Barwood!
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Wreathed in the scents of summer she comes, all peach-perfect skin, sweet smile, eyes of periwinkle blue. Her heart filled with compassion, she looks past his scars and into his very soul, bringing hope and comfort where there was none. Has cruel fate sent him the chance of true love at last?

Tragedy has robbed Emerson Lake, Duke of Edenvale, of his beloved family, but he blames himself for their deaths. Wracked by guilt and terribly scarred from the fire that stole his beloved mother and brother, he knows he must pay. Years spent as a recluse have transformed him into a wrathful monster, whose scars send children crying and women running. Is he doomed to a life of miserable loneliness? Or can a certain lady turn his torment to love?

Modest, compassionate beauty Kate Cooper, an impoverished earl’s daughter, works as a paid companion. Freshly unemployed, convinced she’s an old maid bypassed by love, she’s thrilled to be hired by the elderly Bellmores. She happily joins them in their rented summer home on the beautiful Angelfield estate. Out walking one day, Kate gets lost and encounters an angry, monstrous man with a scarred face, who throws her off his land. Turns out he’s the reclusive Duke of Edenvale, owner of Angelfield estate. Kate vows to avoid him at all costs. But when a wealthy young viscount pursues her, she just can’t get the monstrous duke out of her head.

*If you like engaging characters, heart-wrenching twists and turns, and lots of romance, then you’ll love ”The Notorious Scarred Duke of Edendale”!

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