Books like Lady Bridget's Diary by Maya Rodale
In Maya Rodale’s debut, Lady Bridget Cavendish, an American heiress, attempts to embed herself in London’s elite circles, recording her trials, rivalries, and unanticipated affection for the proud, rakish Lord Darcy. Their awkward encounters eventually turn to intimacy, challenging Bridget’s quest for a flawless reputation against a backdrop of cross‑cultural intrigue and aristocratic expectations. With Bridget’s diary at center, both characters weigh reputation against a growing, imperfect love that could alter the fate of an English dukedom.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Maya Rodale
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