Denying the Duke

In this poignant tale, Alex returns home to claim his new title as Duke of Bedford after his brother's unexpected death, only to face the emotional turmoil of reconnecting with Lady Patience, the woman he once loved. Having endured four years of hardship under the thumb of her fiancé and father, Patience is hesitant to marry Alex, unsure if his feelings remain true. As they navigate their complicated past and the scars left by war, both must confront their changed selves and the possibility that love can evolve, even in the face of doubt.