An Inconvenient Ward

This standalone story centers on Lord Michael Dunham, who is haunted by fears of inheriting his father's madness and has chosen to shun marriage and children to prevent passing on the disease. When he is unexpectedly assigned as guardian to spirited estate manager Elizabeth Rufford, their lives become intertwined in a compelling journey of connection and self-discovery. The novel explores themes of societal expectations, personal fears, and the unexpected bonds that can alter one's course.