Despite the Duke: A Regency Historical Romance (London Vices)

Despite the Duke is the first volume in the London Vices series, a Regency historical romance that explores the clash between a notorious libertine and a blunt young lady. Lady Sophia is often overlooked in favor of her sister, but her life changes when the Duke of Roxboro suddenly courts her at a ball. After a stolen kiss in the gardens, Sophia is left to face the judgment of society when the Duke abruptly disappears.

Alexander, the Duke of Roxboro, lives a life of gambling and excess far from polite society. He is shocked when Lord Canterbell accuses him of compromising Sophia and demands a forced marriage to restore her honor. This romance novel blends mistaken identity and enemies to lovers tropes as Alexander denies ever meeting the woman he is now expected to wed.