The Earl’s Reluctant Bride

A marriage of convenience with her older brother’s best friend ignites irresistible passion, but his guarded heart may be the greatest obstacle!Lady Elizabeth is expected to make a suitable match, but her heart yearns for a marriage built on love. Despite her family's wishes to see her wed to a duke, Elizabeth sets her sights on Viscount Salisbury and is prepared to elope.Alexander Crawford, the Earl of Thornton, has no illusions about love—his pursuit of a bride is driven by duty and the need for an heir. But when he learns of Elizabeth’s reckless plan to run away with a man of questionable character, he steps in to protect her.In a twist of fate, Alexander proposes a marriage of convenience to save Elizabeth’s reputation. Despite his inner conflicts, they find themselves irresistibly drawn together. And before long, into each other’s hearts…