Icy Arrangements Series by Sally Forbes

“Sometimes the most beautiful roses grow wild in a beast's garden…” When Miss Persephone Wentworth risks her reputation by writing to the infamous Beastly Duke of Burenwood, she expects rejection, not a proposal of convenience. Determined to save her family from ruin, she offers her hand in a union built on practicality, not affection.Philip Thornbury, scarred inside and out, has long hidden from the judgment of society. Her courage and kindness stir something in him he thought long dead... more“Sometimes the most beautiful roses grow wild in a beast's garden…” When Miss Persephone Wentworth risks her reputation by writing to the infamous Beastly Duke of Burenwood, she expects rejection, not a proposal of convenience. Determined to save her family from ruin, she offers her hand in a union built on practicality, not affection.Philip Thornbury, scarred inside and out, has long hidden from the judgment of society. Her courage and kindness stir something in him he thought long dead. Within the quiet sanctuary of his beloved orchids, their unlikely partnership begins to bloom into friendship, and perhaps something deeper.But as whispers spread through the Regency ton and jealous relatives conspire, both must decide if trust and love can truly grow from the ashes of duty.If you adore historical Regency romances filled with wounded hearts, tender courage, and love that blossoms where it’s least expected, you’ll be captivated by “Falling for a Beastly Duke”. Join Philip and Persephone as they navigate scandal, secrets, and the delicate dance between duty and desire, discovering that even the most guarded hearts can bloom again.No cheating. No cliffhangers. Just breathtakingly happily ever after.Available now!Free to read with Kindle Unlimited! less

“He wanted one afternoon to be ordinary. She believes titles ruin everything.” When a sudden storm drives a well-dressed stranger into a modest Bath circulating library, Claire Taylor expects little more than damp boots and mild inconvenience. What she finds instead is Alexander Draycott, sharp-witted, curious, and entirely uninterested in impressing society.Claire values honesty, intelligence, and purpose above all else... more“He wanted one afternoon to be ordinary. She believes titles ruin everything.” When a sudden storm drives a well-dressed stranger into a modest Bath circulating library, Claire Taylor expects little more than damp boots and mild inconvenience. What she finds instead is Alexander Draycott, sharp-witted, curious, and entirely uninterested in impressing society.Claire values honesty, intelligence, and purpose above all else. She has no patience for idle aristocrats, no interest in titled men, and no intention of becoming anyone’s ornamental wife. Books, teaching, and quiet usefulness suit her perfectly.Alexander, meanwhile, is running from far more than the rain.As the Duke of Merrow, he is one of the most eligible men, trapped by duty, hunted by matchmaking mamas, and weary of a world that sees only his title. In Claire’s company, he finds something dangerously rare, a place where he is judged not by rank, but by character.But a lie, even a gentle one, cannot last forever.When truth threatens to shatter the fragile trust growing between them, Alexander must choose between the safety of secrecy and the risk of honesty…and Claire must decide whether a man born to privilege can truly be worthy of her heart.A warm, witty Regency romance about hidden identities, quiet rebellion, and love built on respect rather than rank, perfect for readers who cherish intelligence, integrity, and slow-burning affection. Perfect for readers who love Regency romances with guarded heroes, gentle courage, and unexpected love, “Falling for a Duke in Disguise”is sure to enchant.No cheating. No cliffhangers. Just a beautiful happily ever after.Available now, free with Kindle Unlimited! less