His name is on the scandal sheets. Her name is her own secret. A fake courtship that will grant them both the time they need.
Maximillian Oakley, the roguish son of the esteemed Duke of Lancaster, finds himself trapped between his parents' expectations and his rebellious nature. Struggling to escape the shadows of his accomplished cousin, William, who now holds a position of influence as the Baron of Mowbray and counsellor to the Lancaster manor, Maximilian yearns for freedom and acceptance.Fed up with the constant comparisons and feeling rejected, Maximilian concocts a reckless plan to become the epitome of scandalous behavior, defying his aristocratic lineage. However, when the relentless scandal sheets expose his debauchery, he faces dire consequences. Maximilian's father issues an ultimatum: find a suitable wife or be cut off from the family fortune.
Enter Miss Lily, a captivating and daring young woman who ventures into the lofty echelons of the dukedom in search of justice for her incarcerated father, a fallen merchant. Lily proposes a mutually beneficial arrangement to Maximilian—a fabricated courtship that will grant them both the time they need.
Unbeknownst to Maximilian, Lily conceals her true identity along with secrets darker than he can possibly imagine. However, as she becomes acquainted with Maximilian and his family, doubts cloud her. While Maximilian is transformed by Lily's influence, she finds herself inexplicably drawn to her supposed enemy. As their feelings deepen, Lily grapples with conflicting emotions.
Yet, the game is far from over. As hidden truths and tangled loyalties come to light, Maximilian and Lily must navigate treacherous waters to discover the ultimate truthIf you are a fan of Bridgerton and Julia Quinn, you won't be able to put this book down.
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Praise for Ralph and The Dukedom's Secrets Series
***** Well written, full of intrigue, mystery, emotions, love, drama, twists and secrets. So much going on from the start of this book that keeps you turning the pages to get to the end.Can't wait for William's story. I recommend it to others.
***** An amazing story where everyone is out to deceive. So many twists and turns, how will it ever turn out well. Yes, it does, with a sequel to follow. Enjoy figuring out all the possible twists.
***** I lost my sleep! There were so many twists and turns in this story--deception--mistrust--lies--. One man turning everyone against each other all for his own good. Of course it all turns out good in the end but getting there made a wonderful story.
***** his is a delightful book! You can see how the characters all develop and interact with each other. Another book by Abby that you don't want to miss out on."
***** What a thrilling read. I enjoyed it immensely. Well written and a jewel of conflict, love and longing. A really good read. A story of redemption.
***** I am in love! Ralph isn't like other Dukes. He has a heart. Teresa is in a situation, but Ralph and Miriam are there to help.
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Genre: Historical
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