Always Be My Duchess
Grand Central, 2022
Agent: Thao Le
Lord Lysander Blackstone, the stern Duke of Montcroix, has only one interest: increasing his considerable fortune. After a series of betrayals, he keeps his emotions buried deep. Money, after all, can't break a man's heart—or make promises it can’t keep. But when his reputation for being heartless jeopardizes a new business deal, he finds himself seeking a most unusual—and alluring—solution . . .
Once an up-and-coming ballerina, Miss Geneviève Valery is now hopelessly out of work. After refusing to become a wealthy patron's mistress, Nève was promptly shown the door to the streets. When she accidentally saves the life of a handsome duke, she doubts the encounter will go any better than her last brush with nobility. But instead of propositioning her, Montcroix makes Nève an offer she would be a fool to refuse: act as his fake fiancée in exchange for fortune enough to start over.
Only neither is prepared when very real feelings begin to grow between them. They both stand to win . . . but only if they’re willing to risk their hearts.
Reviews:
"Howard’s lyrical writing enlivens her bright, empathetic characters and her sharp eye on their class and cultural disparities only enhances their romance. Readers will be riveted." —Publishers Weekly
“Fabulous writing . . . such a delicious escape. Utterly delightful!” —Eloisa James, New York Times bestselling author
"Refreshing, steamy, and stocked with characters you don’t normally get to see in the genre—a must-read author." —Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Amalie Howard tells a story with self-assured style, wit, and energy . . . her writing sparkles!" —Lisa Kleypas, #1 New York Times bestselling author
"Amalie Howard is the fresh voice historical romance needs right now. . . . I will read every word she writes." —Kerrigan Byrne, USA Today bestselling author