An Heiress to Defy the Duke: a Historical Regency Romance Novel

Lady Eleanor Whitcombe, heiress to a vast fortune, has sworn never to marry, valuing her independence above all else. Raised by a father who encouraged her freedom, she vows to honor his legacy by living life on her own terms. However, what will happen when she finds herself in the path of a handsome duke searching for a bride?Henry Ashford, Duke of Wexford, inherited a dukedom and a crumbling estate, leaving him with one solution to his financial woes: marriage. Haunted by past betrayal, Henry is wary and closed off until Lady Eleanor arrives. Her sharp wit and independent spirit draw him in, making him wonder if she could heal the wounds he has carried for so long.As their undeniable attraction grows, jealousy and scandal threaten their bond, and they must decide what they truly want. Can Eleanor choose love over independence? Can Henry find the courage to trust again? Or will old wounds destroy their chance at happiness?Tropes: Marriage of Convenience, Independent Heroine, Enemies to lovers”An Heiress to Defy the Duke” is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.