The heart has plans of its own in this delightful series opener. "Goodger's Regency debut abounds with quiet charm."—Publishers Weekly
Miss Elsie Stanhope resided in Nottinghamshire, an area so rich in titled gentlemen, so felicitous for marriage-minded mamas, it was called "the Dukeries." Indeed, Elsie had been betrothed since childhood to the heir of a dukedom. She had no expectation it would be a love match. Still less that she would enter into a shockingly scandalous affair with an altogether different sort of lover. And the very last thing she imagined was that the mysteries of his birth would be unraveled with as many unforeseen twists and turns as the deepest secrets of her heart.
"One of the most sweetly emotional stories I've read in ages . . . truly pulls at the heartstrings."—All About Romance
Praise for the writing of Jane Goodger
"Gentle humor, witty banter, and attractive characters."—Library Journal
"A touching, compassionate, passion-filled romance."—Romantic Times