The Baron Banishes His Rival
(2025)(The seventh book in the Duke's Heritage series)
A novel by Olivia Marwood
A childhood bully returned, a newly-made Baron who refuses to stand aside, a young lady discovering her own courage, and a love determined to triumph over scheming rivals.
Lady Anne Calthorpe has always found comfort in quiet moments, pleasant routines, and the safety of family. But when her dearest childhood friend returns from Oxford—now the newly inherited Baron Houghton—her life begins to shift in ways she never expected. George is no longer the bookish boy next door; he is confident, charming, and altogether disarming… and far too capable of tugging at her heart.
Yet trouble arrives just as swiftly. The very man who once tormented Anne as a girl now presses unwelcome attentions upon her, and someone in society seems intent on pushing George away entirely. Old fears resurface, new threats gather, and Anne must decide whether she will shrink back into the shadows'''or step boldly into the light beside the man who would protect her at any cost.
George Marlestone cannot believe how the passage of time has transformed his friend into a woman of grace, wit, and quiet strength. Protecting her from her persistent pursuer is instinctive; winning her heart is far more daunting. But he will not surrender to gossip, interference, or schemes meant to divide them. Not when Anne has become the very center of his hopes for the future.
With a determined rival circling ever closer, and hidden hands working to pull them apart, can Anne and George outwit those who seek to keep them separate? Or will meddling forces steal their chance at a lifelong happiness neither of them expected to find?
If you love losing yourself in the Regency era through clean and sweet romances filled with close-knit families, heartwarming friendships, and tender happily ever afters, The Duke’s Heritage is the series for you.
Although each story may be enjoyed as a standalone, readers will find added delight in following the Calthorpe family in the order the books are released.
The Duke’s Heritage Series
Prequel: The Marquess’ Christmas Match
Book 1: The Earl Steals a Heart
Book 2: The Count Courts an Heiress
Book 3: The Duke Wins a Wallflower
Book 4: Lady Matilda Heals a Hero
Book 5: The Earl Weds at Christmas
Book 6: The Baron Banishes His Rival
Book 7: The Marquess Takes a Mischievous Bride (Coming Soon)
Book 8: Lady Marjory Scandalises a Spy (Coming Soon)
Genre: Historical Romance
Lady Anne Calthorpe has always found comfort in quiet moments, pleasant routines, and the safety of family. But when her dearest childhood friend returns from Oxford—now the newly inherited Baron Houghton—her life begins to shift in ways she never expected. George is no longer the bookish boy next door; he is confident, charming, and altogether disarming… and far too capable of tugging at her heart.
Yet trouble arrives just as swiftly. The very man who once tormented Anne as a girl now presses unwelcome attentions upon her, and someone in society seems intent on pushing George away entirely. Old fears resurface, new threats gather, and Anne must decide whether she will shrink back into the shadows'''or step boldly into the light beside the man who would protect her at any cost.
George Marlestone cannot believe how the passage of time has transformed his friend into a woman of grace, wit, and quiet strength. Protecting her from her persistent pursuer is instinctive; winning her heart is far more daunting. But he will not surrender to gossip, interference, or schemes meant to divide them. Not when Anne has become the very center of his hopes for the future.
With a determined rival circling ever closer, and hidden hands working to pull them apart, can Anne and George outwit those who seek to keep them separate? Or will meddling forces steal their chance at a lifelong happiness neither of them expected to find?
If you love losing yourself in the Regency era through clean and sweet romances filled with close-knit families, heartwarming friendships, and tender happily ever afters, The Duke’s Heritage is the series for you.
Although each story may be enjoyed as a standalone, readers will find added delight in following the Calthorpe family in the order the books are released.
The Duke’s Heritage Series
Prequel: The Marquess’ Christmas Match
Book 1: The Earl Steals a Heart
Book 2: The Count Courts an Heiress
Book 3: The Duke Wins a Wallflower
Book 4: Lady Matilda Heals a Hero
Book 5: The Earl Weds at Christmas
Book 6: The Baron Banishes His Rival
Book 7: The Marquess Takes a Mischievous Bride (Coming Soon)
Book 8: Lady Marjory Scandalises a Spy (Coming Soon)
Genre: Historical Romance
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