Description
A desperate woman fleeing a life she can no longer endure places herself in the hands of a stranger, answering a matrimonial advertisement that promises safety but delivers something far more complicated: a remote estate, a formidable household, and an ex-army captain with a past that refuses to stay buried. Justin Thornhill has built his fortune on control and survival, yet the arrival of Helena Reynolds forces him to confront the cost of his secrets as their carefully arranged marriage begins to blur the lines between duty and desire. Set against the moody grandeur of North Devon and the tight-knit scrutiny of village life, their bargain becomes a test of trust, redemption, and the courage it takes to choose love when fear has already taken root. With Mimi Matthews’ signature blend of Regency-era romance and emotional intensity, this story explores how sanctuary can be found in unexpected places—and how the truth can either shatter a future or save it.
Available Editions
paperback
Perfectly Proper Press
Published Sep 4, 2018
369 pages
ISBN: 9780999036440
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Details
First Published
2018
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Matrimonial Advertisement by Mimi Matthews.