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Anne Burnett’s life takes a dramatic turn when she signs a marriage contract binding her to Aiden Black, the Earl of Tiebauld. Though the couple has never met, Anne is determined to keep her word and make their union real. Adapting to a new world, she finds herself falling for Kelwin Castle and its rugged laird. With day‑time duties that inspire fierce loyalty, the Earl’s mysterious presence draws Anne into a complex mix of duty and desire.
Set against a backdrop of social expectation and historic intrigue, the story unfolds with elements of mystery and detective intrigue, while exploring themes of romance, honor, and the constraints of society.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Cathy Maxwell
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