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Rules for Heiresses

By Amalie Howard
Series: Daring Dukes
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Rules for Heiresses by Amalie Howard is a tale set against the backdrop of historical romance, where a rebellious heiress and a charming duke are forced into a marriage of convenience. Both struggle with their own desires while managing societal expectations and haunting family secrets. This gripping story explores themes of empowerment, love, and second chances.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy historical romance with a touch of adventure, featuring a spirited heiress who defies societal expectations. It's perfect for those who love tales of strong, independent women and intriguing romantic escapades set against a richly detailed backdrop.

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A twist of bad luck throws a rebellious heiress into the arms of scorned and shunned Lord Courtland Chase at the very moment he finds out he's the new duke.

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The Runaway Bride meets Belle in a dazzling Regency romance from bestselling author Amalie Howard.

USA Today bestselling author Amalie Howard whisks you away with a historical romance full of drama, true love, and the perfect happily ever after.

Readers will devour this tale of:

  • A rebellious heiress determined to be independent
  • A shunned duke forced to return to his family estate
  • A scandal between them that will have the whole ton aflutter

Sometimes, finding love means flouting the rules...

Born to a life of privilege, Lady Ravenna Huntley rues the day that she must marry. She's refused dozens of suitors and cried off multiple betrothals, but running away—even if brash and foolhardy—is the only option left to secure her independence.

Lord Courtland Chase, grandson of the Duke of Ashvale, was driven from England at the behest of his cruel stepmother. Scorned and shunned, he swore never to return to the land of his birth. But when a twist of bad luck throws a rebellious heiress into his arms, at the very moment he finds out he's the new Duke, marriage is the only alternative to massive scandal.

Both are quick to deny it, but a wedding might be the only way out for both of them. And the attraction that burns between them makes Ravenna and Courtland wonder if it'll truly only be a marriage of convenience after all...

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  • Rules for Heiresses
    The Runaway Bride meets Belle in a dazzling Regency romance from bestselling author Amalie Howard. USA Today bestselling author Amalie Howard whisks you away with a historical romance full of drama, true love, and the perfect happily ever after. Readers will devour this tale of: A rebellious heiress determined to be independent A shunned duke forced to return to his...
    By Amalie Howard
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Rules for Heiresses has been praised for its adventurous romance, ensuring readers are thoroughly engaged. Publishers Weekly highlighted that readers won't be disappointed, while Library Journal commended its well-written, relatable narrative. Kirkus Reviews found the appealing couple at the story's centre particularly enticing, adding to the book's allure.

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ISBN: 9781728217222

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Casablanca

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 120.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 178g

Pages: 312

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About the Author

AMALIE HOWARD is the author of the Publishers Weekly bestseller, The Beast of Beswick, which Entertainment Weekly touted as "bursting with shrewd banter, inventively sexy interludes, and emotion with a capital E." She is the co-author of the #1 bestsellers in regency romance and Scottish historical romance, My Hellion, My Heart and What A Scot Wants, and has also penned several award-winning young adult novels, critically acclaimed by Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, VOYA, School Library Journal, and Booklist, including Waterfell, The Almost Girl, and Alpha Goddess, a Kid's INDIE NEXT selection. Of Indo-Caribbean descent, she has written articles on multicultural fiction for The Portland Book Review and Ravishly magazine. She currently resides in Colorado with her husband and three children. Visit her at www.amaliehoward.com.

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