A Historical Regency Romance Novel

A Duchess for a Vengeful Duke by Martha Barwood

Wives of Convenience Book 1

"If this marriage means anything to you, stop keeping secrets from me."

His Grace, the Duke of Ryewood, returns to London on a mission for justice, determined to avenge his father’s ruined legacy. But his plans are thrown into turmoil when he meets Lady Elaine Sutton, a woman as captivating as she is innocent in the schemes of her family.

Drawn to her in ways he never anticipated, Michael faces an impossible choice between duty and love, as secrets threaten to tear them apart.

”A Duchess for a Vengeful Duke” is the perfect escape if you love Regency romance novels with brooding dukes, forbidden passion, and dangerous secrets.

No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after. Approximately 65,000 words.

Martha Barwood

Martha is a talented Regency author who enjoys sharing her passion for writing with her readers. She was born in England and grew up in a country house a few miles from Norwich with her mother and three sisters.

Her admiration for the old dresses that he mother has kept safe since her grandmother’s age, made her fall in love with England’s history and the most romantic period, the Regency.

Her motto “do it with passion or not at all” led her to the United States where she studied Literature and Art History.

She is an incredible mom of three wonderful dogs and also a confectioner! In her free time she makes colourful cakes and sweets, listening to soft music and relaxing with a fine red wine.

What Readers Are Saying

The author has once again presented a life like story in which the characters are real and i couldn’t stop myself from feeling empathy and concern. The Duke is so set on getting revenge But then Life and Love get in the way! Oh so much like real life! The other characters in the story are so well portrayed that i felt concern for them and how things would affect them! All pieces of a jigsaw puzzle that could be damaged or move on into a happy space – directed by one Man’s possibly misguided ideas …the reader simply cannot abandon the book with ease ! The urge to read on and see how things turn out is undeniable !! Brilliant writing & such a good tale !! Plus the added bonus of being different from other Regency Stories & Better !!! Can’t wait for the next one. Thank You!” – Pat, Amazon

“Duke of Ryewood, Michael has every intention of getting revenge for his father’s scandal and death. He knew he was innocent and was very determined to prove it. However, his intention of revenge has turned to love as he meets the daughter of the man, he assumes turned false evidence against him. He didn’t count on falling in love with her making his revenge harder. Then he finds out the traitor was not who he thought he was. Can he make amends for his thoughts of the wrong man. ARC Review” – DebiKien, Amazon

I love stories set back in historical times. This book had all the emotions and heartwarming feelings you want when you get a book like this. I loved everything about this story. I can’t wait to read more from this author.” – Rebecca, Amazon

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