An American in Duke's Clothing (Unlikely Match, #1)

He was promised to her sister. So why does it feel like fate has promised him to her? When tragedy makes Tad Wentworth the reluctant heir to a dukedom, he leaves America for England-trading freedom for duty and a fiancée he's never met. Yet one glance at his intended's captivating sister, Violet Allen, and his heart forgets every vow he came to uphold. Violet has spent years living beneath whispers of scandal. When a charming American duke sees beyond her ruined reputation, she dares to believe she might finally be loved for who she is. But dreams become heartbreak when she learns he is engaged to her sister. As their forbidden affection deepens, Tad and Violet must decide whether to protect their families' honor or follow a love that defies every rule of society. Fans of Julia Quinn, Mary Balogh, and Martha Keyes will adore this tender Regency romance filled with longing, loyalty, and the courage to choose love over expectation.