The Duke's Sacred Vow: Historical Christian Romance (Brides of the Regency Book 1)

Betrayed by her betrothed, she flees to a stranger. Haunted by his past, he offers salvation. Can two wounded souls find healing in each other? A wronged debutante and a disillusioned duke enter into a marriage of convenience—only to discover that trust, grace, and healing can grow even from the ashes of betrayal. She needs to escape … When Miss Annabel Ridley learns of her fiancé’s shocking betrayal, she knows she cannot proceed with the match—even if it means defying her father’s wishes and igniting scandal. Trapped between duty and danger, she flees to the one man powerful enough to help her—the Duke of Halmesbury, a stranger with a formidable reputation … and a surprising offer. He needs to make amends … Philip Markham, Duke of Halmesbury, has spent years hiding from heartache and mistakes he cannot undo. When a determined young woman arrives on his doorstep, desperate and brave, he sees an opportunity to do one thing right. He proposes a marriage of convenience to protect her—but as they draw closer, he finds himself yearning for more. Can two hearts bound by necessity learn to love—and find peace in the providence neither dared to hope for? As old wounds resurface and secrets come to light, Annabel and Philip must learn to trust one another—and to believe that sometimes, the most unexpected unions are those most touched by grace. The Duke’s Sacred Vow is the moving first novel in the Brides of the Regency series by Isabel Jacobs. If you enjoy noble heroes, courageous heroines, and stories of romance woven with faith and emotional depth, then you will be captivated by this heartfelt tale of love, trust, and quiet redemption. Buy The Duke’s Sacred Vow and be swept into a world of grace-filled romance today. What to expect: ✔️ Faith ✔️ Kissing ✔️ No Cursing ✔️ Closed Door After Marriage Included Historical Romance Tropes: ✔️ Marriage of Convenience ✔️ Runaway Bride ✔️ Rescuing the Damsel in Distress ✔️ Betrayal By the Betrothed ✔️ Opposites Attract ✔️ Forbidden Love/Scandal What Readers Are Saying: ★★★★★ "A story steeped in both Regency elegance and timeless Christian devotion." - T. M. Robertson ★★★★★ "Well written & the book hooked me from the beginning." - M. A. ★★★★★ "A truly enchanting story for anyone who loves Regency romance." - iread View Less