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Secrets & Seduction
They ran away from duty and obligation…what they found was passion and love.
Celia was desperate to escape her sister’s malice and manipulation, fearful of the loveless marriage being arranged for her. Running away with little more than the clothes on her back, she searched for a new, liberated life. What she found was a man who ignited her passion, and offered to protect her from whatever evil she was desperate to evade.
Silas abandoned his life of comfort, needing to find a way out of the marriage of convenience he was being forced into. If he were to tie himself to any woman, he wanted her to see him as more than a profitable transaction, following her heart into his bed rather than allowing convention to push her up the aisle. Reunited with the beauty he met at the Riparian Hotel, yearning for her touch, Silas craved to know why she affected him as no woman had before.
Finding work as a barmaid, Celia embraced her new life and the man who seemed content to share it with her. When her sister locates and confronts her, threatening to drag her back home, Celia runs to her lover, needing him to make good on his promise to protect her.
But Silas has been tracked down and confronted by his father, and given an ultimatum: return home. Before he could beg Celia to understand the secrets he’d been keeping from her, both of them were being dragged back across the river, each of them forced back into the lives they once risked everything to escape.
Will Silas be able to rescue Celia from her sister’s merciless vengeance? Even if he does, will she ever be able to believe that he is as trapped by his family as she is?
Celia was desperate to escape her sister’s malice and manipulation, fearful of the loveless marriage being arranged for her. Running away with little more than the clothes on her back, she searched for a new, liberated life. What she found was a man who ignited her passion, and offered to protect her from whatever evil she was desperate to evade.
Silas abandoned his life of comfort, needing to find a way out of the marriage of convenience he was being forced into. If he were to tie himself to any woman, he wanted her to see him as more than a profitable transaction, following her heart into his bed rather than allowing convention to push her up the aisle. Reunited with the beauty he met at the Riparian Hotel, yearning for her touch, Silas craved to know why she affected him as no woman had before.
Finding work as a barmaid, Celia embraced her new life and the man who seemed content to share it with her. When her sister locates and confronts her, threatening to drag her back home, Celia runs to her lover, needing him to make good on his promise to protect her.
But Silas has been tracked down and confronted by his father, and given an ultimatum: return home. Before he could beg Celia to understand the secrets he’d been keeping from her, both of them were being dragged back across the river, each of them forced back into the lives they once risked everything to escape.
Will Silas be able to rescue Celia from her sister’s merciless vengeance? Even if he does, will she ever be able to believe that he is as trapped by his family as she is?
195 pages, Paperback
Published July 7, 2026
About the author
Faye Hall
29 books175 followersFaye Hall is an Australian author who weaves steamy tales of historical rural romance and suspense that captivate the heart and stir the imagination. With a passion for immersing readers in rich settings and intriguing plots, Faye Hall blends the allure of bygone eras with the thrill of adventure, creating stories that transport you to another time.
Growing up amid the stunning landscapes of rural Queensland, Australia, Faye Hall developed a love for storytelling early on. Inspired by the country's rich history and diverse culture, each novel reflects a unique blend of factual intrigue and imaginative romance. Whether it’s a tale set in a quaint coastal town or exploring the hardships of the outback, Faye Hall paints vivid pictures that make you feel as if you’re right there alongside the characters.
When she’s not writing, Faye Hall enjoys spending time with her husband and their children and researching thrilling tales from the past. With a growing list of published works and a devoted readership, Faye Hall continues to craft unforgettable journeys filled with passion, intrigue, and a sprinkle of suspense.
Check out Faye Hall’s website www.fayehall.com.au and YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@FayeHallRoma... to discover stories that not only entertain but also resonate with the heart.
All books are available from her family publishing company https://4thavenuepress.com.au/ and Amazon.
Growing up amid the stunning landscapes of rural Queensland, Australia, Faye Hall developed a love for storytelling early on. Inspired by the country's rich history and diverse culture, each novel reflects a unique blend of factual intrigue and imaginative romance. Whether it’s a tale set in a quaint coastal town or exploring the hardships of the outback, Faye Hall paints vivid pictures that make you feel as if you’re right there alongside the characters.
When she’s not writing, Faye Hall enjoys spending time with her husband and their children and researching thrilling tales from the past. With a growing list of published works and a devoted readership, Faye Hall continues to craft unforgettable journeys filled with passion, intrigue, and a sprinkle of suspense.
Check out Faye Hall’s website www.fayehall.com.au and YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@FayeHallRoma... to discover stories that not only entertain but also resonate with the heart.
All books are available from her family publishing company https://4thavenuepress.com.au/ and Amazon.
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