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Ellen Tatham, once betrothed to the man who later betrayed her, finds herself back in England as the world sees Max Colnebrooke, the newly crowned Duke of Rossenhall. Their unexpected encounter at a London ball rekindles sparks that challenge Max’s trust and his claim to the dukedom. As the duo confront their shared history, Max learns he must face an unforeseen heir and the defiant duchess who could change the course of his family legacy.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Sarah Mallory
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