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A Fake Courtship with the Duke: A Historical Regency Romance Novel
In the high-stakes world of Regency society, where reputations hang by a delicate thread, Anne and Richard, the Duke of Calder, orchestrate a fake courtship to shield their hearts. Yet, as their charade deepens, so does their genuine affection. Can their love withstand the relentless gossip and societal expectations, or will their façade unravel, exposing their hearts to a world where pretense is paramount?
Miss Anne Huxley, more renowned for her spirited escapades than her distinguished lineage, stands on the brink of an unwelcome marriage—a desperate attempt to restore her family's reputation. However, a serendipitous meeting with the enigmatic Duke of Calder, Richard, presents an alluring a fake courtship to quell the ever-present societal murmurs. As their ruse deepens, Anne uncovers a depth in Richard that captures her heart, transforming their charade into a tender waltz of genuine affection.
Richard Stratford, the Duke of Calder, embodies the pinnacle of propriety. Yet, he's no stranger to the weight of duty and the constant gaze of the ton, especially under the shadow of his mother's relentless matchmaking efforts. But the vivacious Miss Huxley, accompanied by her mischievous cat, offers an unexpected a fake courtship. As they dive into this playful deception, the boundaries become indistinct, and Richard realizes that beneath Anne's lively exterior is a kindred spirit, sparking a passion that might engulf them both.
In a world where facades reign supreme and societal opinions wield influence, can their fake courtship blossom into lasting love? Or will gossip, scandal, and the pressures of convention unravel their carefully crafted web of deceit? With emotions intensifying and clarity fading, Anne and Richard face a maintain their guise or confront the repercussions of baring their genuine hearts.
* If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses, and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then ''A Fake Courtship with the Duke'' is the novel that suits you.
It is an enchanting regency romance of around 60,000 words with no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Pick up it today to discover this amazing new story!
Also Free with Kindle Unlimited!
Miss Anne Huxley, more renowned for her spirited escapades than her distinguished lineage, stands on the brink of an unwelcome marriage—a desperate attempt to restore her family's reputation. However, a serendipitous meeting with the enigmatic Duke of Calder, Richard, presents an alluring a fake courtship to quell the ever-present societal murmurs. As their ruse deepens, Anne uncovers a depth in Richard that captures her heart, transforming their charade into a tender waltz of genuine affection.
Richard Stratford, the Duke of Calder, embodies the pinnacle of propriety. Yet, he's no stranger to the weight of duty and the constant gaze of the ton, especially under the shadow of his mother's relentless matchmaking efforts. But the vivacious Miss Huxley, accompanied by her mischievous cat, offers an unexpected a fake courtship. As they dive into this playful deception, the boundaries become indistinct, and Richard realizes that beneath Anne's lively exterior is a kindred spirit, sparking a passion that might engulf them both.
In a world where facades reign supreme and societal opinions wield influence, can their fake courtship blossom into lasting love? Or will gossip, scandal, and the pressures of convention unravel their carefully crafted web of deceit? With emotions intensifying and clarity fading, Anne and Richard face a maintain their guise or confront the repercussions of baring their genuine hearts.
* If you like powerful Dukes, loving Duchesses, and a marvelous depiction of the majestic Regency and Victorian era, then ''A Fake Courtship with the Duke'' is the novel that suits you.
It is an enchanting regency romance of around 60,000 words with no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.
Pick up it today to discover this amazing new story!
Also Free with Kindle Unlimited!
194 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 30, 2023
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January 7, 2024
A delightful story! A fantastic story of giving characters depth and meaning, building a wonderful loving relationship, and pulls our hearts in all the right directions. When two "older than most single people start to get pressured from their parents about marriage, the only thing that can be done is to concoct a fake courtship of course! Will everyone see through it, or will the ton be a buzz with rumors? A clean romance, with a wonderful happy ending.
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Lady Anne, and Lord Richard are both at their wits end with their parents interfering in the state of their relationships. Both happily single, and both with overbearing mothers who want them married now!
Anne is a bit of an accidental trouble maker, who finds herself to be the source of lots of gossip. Her parents are disappointed with her and want to keep her out of the spot light and out of the way so her younger sister can have an appropriate coming out. Lord Richard, isn't opposed to some day being married, but isn't looking for it right now, he also can not accept the shallow ladies of the ton as his wife. His mother, now a widow is determined to marry him off since he chooses not to. Both sets of parents have their eyes on whom each child should marry...but Best friend Susan, and sister to Lord Richard, has a few ideas of her own on how to help them both out.
Spoilers ahead.
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Lady Anne, and Lord Richard are both at their wits end with their parents interfering in the state of their relationships. Both happily single, and both with overbearing mothers who want them married now!
Anne is a bit of an accidental trouble maker, who finds herself to be the source of lots of gossip. Her parents are disappointed with her and want to keep her out of the spot light and out of the way so her younger sister can have an appropriate coming out. Lord Richard, isn't opposed to some day being married, but isn't looking for it right now, he also can not accept the shallow ladies of the ton as his wife. His mother, now a widow is determined to marry him off since he chooses not to. Both sets of parents have their eyes on whom each child should marry...but Best friend Susan, and sister to Lord Richard, has a few ideas of her own on how to help them both out.
January 1, 2024
Anne and Richard
An alluring proposal: a fake courtship to quell the ever-present societal murmurs. As their ruse deepens, Anne uncovers a depth in Richard that captures her heart, transforming their charade into a tender waltz of genuine affection. I just loved the characters.
a romantic reality?
An alluring proposal: a fake courtship to quell the ever-present societal murmurs. As their ruse deepens, Anne uncovers a depth in Richard that captures her heart, transforming their charade into a tender waltz of genuine affection. I just loved the characters.
a romantic reality?
February 23, 2024
heartwarming read
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was well written, but the characters were wonderful. It was believable story that something like this could happen to anyone and they gave me an overall heartfelt moon feeling. We need these kind of books today thank you so much to the author.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was well written, but the characters were wonderful. It was believable story that something like this could happen to anyone and they gave me an overall heartfelt moon feeling. We need these kind of books today thank you so much to the author.
May 10, 2024
Loved It!!
Loved Mischief! What an adorable little minx. You knew how this story was going to turn out from the beginning but it was a delightful ride. The sisters were supportive, and what love story has two disapproving, insensitive and interfering
Mothers!? Love conquers all. THE END.
Loved Mischief! What an adorable little minx. You knew how this story was going to turn out from the beginning but it was a delightful ride. The sisters were supportive, and what love story has two disapproving, insensitive and interfering
Mothers!? Love conquers all. THE END.
January 1, 2024
I love this book it is well written. I give it 5 stars. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to buy it.
Sincerely
Barbara R Cardin
Sincerely
Barbara R Cardin
January 9, 2024
Some evil people
Some of the folks in this book are truly evil. Some are just stuck up. Some don't seem to have a very good idea of what is right and what is wrong. Our couple and their friends seem to be the only nice people
Some of the folks in this book are truly evil. Some are just stuck up. Some don't seem to have a very good idea of what is right and what is wrong. Our couple and their friends seem to be the only nice people
January 23, 2024
cute but predictable
The fist few chapters really moved along, were inventive and drew out emotions. Then it all started fading until the language was more stilted and unoriginal. It seems that two different authors wrote this. It was still a nice book.
The fist few chapters really moved along, were inventive and drew out emotions. Then it all started fading until the language was more stilted and unoriginal. It seems that two different authors wrote this. It was still a nice book.
January 26, 2024
Fake Courtship
Can't say I cared much for this trite bit of fiction. Mistakes were numerous and I never did figure out what time period it was supposed have taken place in.
Juveniles might like to read it.
Can't say I cared much for this trite bit of fiction. Mistakes were numerous and I never did figure out what time period it was supposed have taken place in.
Juveniles might like to read it.
November 7, 2024
The Real Deal
When a clumsy, almost old maid, snags the attention of a duke, the ton and scandal sheets go wild. With merciless parents and designs afoot, love truly wins the day in this sweet, feline-filled, love story.
When a clumsy, almost old maid, snags the attention of a duke, the ton and scandal sheets go wild. With merciless parents and designs afoot, love truly wins the day in this sweet, feline-filled, love story.
January 9, 2024
When Fake Becomes Real
Loved this story. The pressures placed on this couple to meet the tons norms failed and they found love by being true to their own set of criteria.
Loved this story. The pressures placed on this couple to meet the tons norms failed and they found love by being true to their own set of criteria.
January 21, 2024
This is a great story of friendship, kindness, dysfunctional families and of course, love. You will enjoy how this fake courtship born out of friendship develops.
February 7, 2024
Sigh, it started so well and then was just boring and formulaic. I should know better than to read yet another fake courtship story.
March 31, 2024
Great story!
A Fake Courtship is one of the best books I have ever read. Humorous and heart-warming, with a surprisingly wonderful ending.
A Fake Courtship is one of the best books I have ever read. Humorous and heart-warming, with a surprisingly wonderful ending.
October 5, 2024
Sweet with some laughter
This was a sweet story and I loved the characters. Love can bring friends and family together ❤. Enjoy the read.
This was a sweet story and I loved the characters. Love can bring friends and family together ❤. Enjoy the read.
October 19, 2025
Like most stories about fake courtships, this one starts out with her trying to avoid a match made for her and him trying to get away from the pressure to marry. As they get to know one another, feeling change. I did enjoy the heroine’s cat’s antics. It was a good read.
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