Christmas in the Duke's Embrace

Book excerpt: A Scandalous Past, A Christmas Miracle, and A Love That Defies All Odds Lady Marina Ellis, disgraced and cast out by her family, faces the bitter cold of a lonely Christmas with nothing but a fragile hope for her unborn child. Rescued by the reclusive Duke of Rowley, Evan Lockhart, she finds an unexpected sanctuary within the walls of his estate. Evan, haunted by his own tragic past, vows to protect her and her child at any cost, even if it means challenging society's harsh judgments. As Christmas draws near, Evan and Marina's bond deepens amidst twinkling candlelight and the soft glow of hearth fires. But shadows from their pasts loom large, threatening to unravel the fragile happiness they've found. Can a duke known as the "Duke of Death" and a fallen lady defy the odds and create a family bound by love? In Christmas in the Duke's Embrace, discover a heartwarming tale of redemption, unexpected passion, and the magic of the holiday season that brings two wounded souls together in the most miraculous of ways. Will their love be enough to conquer the secrets and sorrows that threaten to keep them apart? Find out in this enchanting Regency romance where hope and love shine brightest at Christmas.