Books like Fortune's Bride (An Avon Romantic Treasure) by Judith E. French
When British troops threaten Caroline Steele's Maryland plantation, she feigns loyalty to the Crown to preserve her home. A fugitive hides in her bedroom, destroying her reputation and leaving Caroline indebted to a mysterious stranger. She demands repayment through marriage, sealing a dangerous alliance with the notorious sea captain Garrett Faulkner. Taunted by British soldiers and hunted by a murderous suitor, Caroline must decide whether love or survival will guide her future in a time of war and intrigue.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Judith E. French
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