First published 2026
Bernard Huxley traded his vicar's collar for the ledger books of inherited family businesses. He discovered he enjoyed commerce more than he expected. Then his London relatives dumped two small children into his care. Bernard knows nothing about raising children and even less about handling their mother, Sorcha, Lady Barclay. She speaks her mind, refuses to bend, and somehow commands his respect despite his bewilderment. Sorcha will fight anyone who threatens her children, including meddling in-laws who want to control their lives. She has few allies until Bernard proves he listens to her concerns and takes his duties seriously. His honor draws her in despite her better judgment. When someone targets the children directly, suspicions explode between Bernard and Sorcha. Their fragile trust crumbles under accusations. An enemy works to destroy any chance they might have together. Bernard and Sorcha must decide whether to stand united against the threat or let their doubts tear them apart forever.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, adult-fiction, 19th-century, contemporary-romance, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family, second-chance
Period: 19th-Century
262 pages · Paperback · Grace Burrowes Publisihng