After the Kiss

In this captivating historical regency novel, Miss Eliza Sheringham defies societal norms with her boldness and independence, leaving a mark on the heart of the dashing Captain Lord Marcus Wharton. After a scandalous kiss propels him into war and transforms him into the scarred Duke of Blackthorne, their paths unexpectedly collide again when Eliza arrives at his estate to offer her services as governess to his twin nieces. As Marcus grapples with his disfigurement and the trauma of battle, he unexpectedly demands marriage from Eliza in exchange for the position, setting the stage for a complex relationship where love and vulnerability intertwine.