A Duke, promised to marry from childhood, who has no wish to hold to that promise, a Lady who has no desire to do as her father requires, a Christmas House Party, an intense instant attraction, an unconventional solution which leads to love. ***** FREE ON KINDLE UNLIMITED ***** Alexander Fortescue, the Duke of Southolton, is trapped – before he reached his majority, whilst he was on the continent, his father signed a contract, binding him to marry Lady Phyllida, who was then a child. Now she is grown, and Alex is Duke – but despite his disinterest in her, the contract seems unbreakable. Lady Selina Brancourt has yet to meet a man she finds truly appealing – although she has been keen to look. Her father, unhappy that she is yet unwed, pushes her towards a match with an older man, for business reasons. A man she finds utterly distasteful. When they meet at a houseparty arranged by the Duke’s mother, their common plight draws them together – but soon their attraction leads to stolen kisses, and more. When faced with a future apart, there seems only one solution – the gift of a Christmas scandal. Can the Duke bring himself to take the dishonourable path, to free himself? Will Selina cast all propriety to the winds, and do what is necessary to wed the only man she has ever wanted? Or will the demands of duty steal their chance at love? Readers ADORE this Regency Romance series ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ” This was a very fun, delightful, holiday, historical romance... I really enjoyed reading this. Another of Arietta's wonderful stories .” – Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ” This is a unique story of an outrageous plan to get two people what they want. it is well written, with interesting characters ...I enjoyed this book very much .” – Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ” …I love Arietta Richmond and this book is no exception. Fun, sexy and intelligent, add this to your Christmas stocking and you’ll be dashing through the snow to a wonderful read . Highly recommended 5/5 …" – Goodreads Reviewers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ” In very simple words...wow, how I loved this story! ! I started reading it last night… and couldn't put it down until I'd finished it, it's that good… The whole story is exciting and I'm really looking forward to reading more of this authors' books!” – Goodreads Reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ” A lovely holiday read. The author has done an amazing job of writing this beautiful story the characters just come alive and it's really fun watching them go through their contracts and have a better resolution absolutely lovely look forward to reading more books by this author” – Goodreads Reviewer