Series: None
Author: Sophia Williams
Published July 25th 2023 by Harlequin Historical/Mills & Boon
Goodreads Synopsis
Propose in haste
Repent at leisure?
Alexander, Duke of Harwell, couldn’t stand by and let a rogue ruin heiress Emma. To save her reputation, he shocks himself by announcing their engagement! But the widower doesn’t want to remarry, and independent Emma is equally displeased, even if a paper marriage is the only solution. Yet as Emma bonds with his young sons, filling their home with warmth again, dormant feelings stir in Alex and he wonders if he’s met his match…
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Review
I received an Advance Reader Copy from the publisher via NetGalley. This in no way impacted on my view.
When young heiress Emma is found to be at risk of a rogue ruining her reputation, all to be able to claim her wealth, Alexander, Duke of Harwell can't allow it to happen. Though he's adamant he won't remarry, to save Emma he proclaims they are engaged. Neither is too happy about the engagement, but are willing to go along with a marriage in name only, as long as they both retain their independence. However, once they arrive at their country estate, and Emma meets Alex's young sons, their feelings for each other become too much to contend with, and Alex soon realises that he might have met his match after all.
This was such an enjoyable book, and the way that Emma and Alex's romance blossomed and grew was perfect for their story. Their first meeting was when their engagement was announced, so they had to get to know each other first, with the pressure of the upcoming marriage on their shoulders. Their friendship and then romance was wonderful, and it all grew naturally. Nothing was forced, and though they tried to fight the attraction, being a true family was too strong to compete with, and the ending was the sweetest ever! A wonderful regency book.
Dates Read:
June 17 2023
Rating
3 Stars
