Books like Marriage at a Distance by Sara Craven
Gabriel inherits a will that compels him and Joanna to live together as husband and wife for a year, after which they will separate for another year before he can claim his inheritance. Conflicted by the lack of love, Joanna contemplates bypassing the legal marriage to preserve her independence—and her own happiness.
The situation forces both to confront their feelings, desires, and the constraints of societal expectations, as they navigate love, duty, and the possibility of a future together beyond the scripted years of obligation.
In this story of romance and unexpected companionship, the protagonist’s internal battle and the external demands of law create a compelling narrative about who they are when legal commitments vie with the heart’s true voice.
First publish date: March 1, 2000
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Sara Craven
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