A Curvy Beauty for the Duke
(2024)(A book in the Secrets and Passions of High Society series)
A novel by Bridget Barton
In the glittering ballrooms of London, Lady Alicia Carver stands apart from the willowy young ladies, painfully aware of the whispers about her curves and unconventional beauty. While she finds joy as guardian to her lively ward, Alicia is haunted by her past encounters with the ton. Despite her reluctance, she agrees to one final Season in London to seek a husband. When fate intertwines her path with Henry, her heart stirs, but painful memories make her question if a future with him is even possible.
Can Alicia let go of the past, or is her dream of love beyond reach?
Henry Bishop, Duke of Hawthorne, loathes the endless parade of London balls and prefers the freedom of the countryside. When duty compels him to escort his sister for the Season, he unexpectedly finds himself captivated by the one woman who refuses to fall in line with society's expectations—Lady Alicia Carver. Just as he begins to imagine a future with her, Henry discovers his late father may have promised him to another.
Will Henry follow his heart, or will family obligation trap him in a loveless union?
As the affection between Alicia and Henry grows, rumors swirl in the drawing rooms of the ton, accusing Alicia of being behind a string of thefts. Can Henry and those closest to her clear her name and uncover the real thief in time? Or will the ton’s ruthless gossip destroy their chance at happiness? When a new rumor surfaces—one with a hint of truth—will their love survive the final storm?
"A Curvy Beauty for the Duke" is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Tropes: Unconventional Heroine, Abandoned Baby, Opposites attract
Genre: Historical Romance
Can Alicia let go of the past, or is her dream of love beyond reach?
Henry Bishop, Duke of Hawthorne, loathes the endless parade of London balls and prefers the freedom of the countryside. When duty compels him to escort his sister for the Season, he unexpectedly finds himself captivated by the one woman who refuses to fall in line with society's expectations—Lady Alicia Carver. Just as he begins to imagine a future with her, Henry discovers his late father may have promised him to another.
Will Henry follow his heart, or will family obligation trap him in a loveless union?
As the affection between Alicia and Henry grows, rumors swirl in the drawing rooms of the ton, accusing Alicia of being behind a string of thefts. Can Henry and those closest to her clear her name and uncover the real thief in time? Or will the ton’s ruthless gossip destroy their chance at happiness? When a new rumor surfaces—one with a hint of truth—will their love survive the final storm?
"A Curvy Beauty for the Duke" is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Tropes: Unconventional Heroine, Abandoned Baby, Opposites attract
Genre: Historical Romance
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