Books like Someone to Wed by Mary Balogh
When Alexander Westcott inherits the title of Earl of Riverdale and an estate in disrepair, he vows to restore it and protect those who depend on him. He appears practical and reserved, but his heart is unsettled when Wren Heyden, a reclusive widow with vast fortune, meets him. She proposes marriage, hoping to find companionship, and he maintains a cautious courtship to see if friendship could evolve. As they spend time together, Alexander learns about the secrets Wren has guarded for years, and his feelings begin to shift. Their partnership grows from duty to affection, showing that sometimes the best way to mend a failing estate—and a broken heart—is through a genuine, shared commitment.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Mary Balogh
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