The Duchess Deal

? WINNER OF THE 2018 AUDIE AWARD FOR BEST ROMANCE ? ‘Prepare to Fall in Love’ Julia Quinn, author of Bridgerton ‘I absolutely loved it; her style is so warm and funny.’ Nicola Cornick – Perfect for fans of: ? Marriage of convenience ? Rags to riches ? High society – ‘I am a Duke. I’m not asking you to marry me. I am offering to marry you. It’s a different thing entirely.’ When the Duke of Ashbury returns from war scarred, he realises he needs an heir – which means he needs a wife! When Emma Gladstone, a vicar's daughter turned seamstress visits wearing a wedding dress, he decides on the spot that she'll do. His terms are simple: - They will be husband and wife by night only. - No lights, no kissing. - No questions about his battle scars. - Last, and most importantly… Once she's pregnant with his heir, they need never share a bed again. But Emma is no pushover. She has secrets and some rules of her own: - They will have dinner together every evening. - With conversation. - And teasing. - Last, and most importantly… Once she's seen the man beneath the scars, he can't stop her from falling in love…