Books like To Marry A Stranger (Enchanted Brides) by Renee Roszel

In "To Marry a Stranger," shy Helen Crosby finds herself unusually at ease with injured animals but uneasy around people, prompting drastic measures to secure a husband. She takes a daring step by sleeping in the supposedly enchanted D’Amour mansion, hoping to conjure an ideal partner. There she encounters Damien Lord, a reclusive stranger who has turned his back on a once adoring world. A past act of heroism has scarred him both body and soul, and his guarded nature arouses Helen’s protective instincts. Helen believes she can help Damien if he meets her halfway, but she doubts whether their connection could represent her destiny when, once healed, he will inevitably depart. The novel weaves their growing bond against the backdrop of mystery and personal healing, delivering an intimate story about love, protection, and the delicate balance between destiny and choice.

First publish date: 1997