Verity and the Forbidden Suitor

A spirited and independent heiress defies society's norms by falling in love with a bastard and seeking her happily ever after. An irresistible romance from the author of Aphrodite and the Duke .

With her brother, the Duke of Everely, married to the beautiful and charming Aphrodite Du Bell, Verity Eagleman feels more alone than ever on the cold family estate. When she's invited to spend time at the noisy and lively Du Bell home, she decides to seize the opportunity.

Soon, Verity crosses paths with Theodore Darrington, the doctor who saved her brother's life. She can't ignore the way her heart races whenever he's around. But as the outcast bastard son of the Marquess of Whitmear, Theodore is forbidden from approaching any member of the nobility. Despite being popular among high society for both his heroic deeds and his charm, Theodore knows that no amount of social prestige will allow him to secretly be with the woman he loves. The good news is that Verity has never cared much for society's rules...

A forbidden romance blossoms as the two surrender to their overwhelming passion, ignoring any concerns about scandal. But with the stubborn opposition of their friends and family weighing on their love, can Verity and Theodore still defy social convention?

“With productions like Bridgerton and Mr. Malcolm's List , the popularity of historical fiction with representation is undeniable. J.J. McAvoy is a surefire addition to this genre.” — Publishers Weekly

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