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Verity and the Forbidden Suitor

J.J. McAvoy

7 Reviews

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Romance, Historical romance, Historical fiction

A spirited and independent heiress defies the expectations of society to chase happily ever after in this irresistible romance from the author of Aphrodite and the Duke. Perfect for fans of Bridgerton and the movie adaption of Mr Malcom's List.

'Bridgerton lovers have found their next read' New York Times bestselling author Sarah MacLean, on Aphrodite and the Duke

An heiress and an outcast - a match made for scandal . . .

With her brother, the Duke of Everely, recently married to the beautiful Aphrodite Du Bell, Verity Eagleman feels more alone than ever. So when she's invited to stay in the Du Bells' clamorous, boisterous home, she leaps at the chance.

As the estranged bastard son of a Marquess, Theodore Darrington is forbidden to pursue anyone of the noble set, and no amount of social capital will change that. But fortunately for him, Verity has never cared much for the rules of society. . .

A scandalous romance blossoms as they give in to their all-consuming passion for one another. But when the concerns of her friends and family are voiced, will Verity throw caution to the wind and pursue her forbidden suitor . . .?

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Praise for Verity and the Forbidden Suitor

  • Full of lush gowns, longing looks and lingering secrets, Bridgerton lovers have found their next read in Aphrodite and the Duke. JJ McAvoy is a welcome new voice in historical romance - SARAH MACLEAN, NEW YORK TIMES bestselling author of A DUKE WORTH FALLING FOR on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

  • An engrossing and original read celebrating strong women and the healing power of love - SCARLETT PECKHAM, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE DUKE I TEMPTED on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

  • Aphrodite and the Duke is a vibrant historical romance, full of heart, heat, and thrilling period drama. A delectable treat for fans of Bridgerton! - MIMI MATTHEWS, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE SIREN OF SUSSEX on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

  • Dramatic and diverting second chance romance . . . readers will easily fall in love with the protagonists. And, between the Bridgerton TV series and the forthcoming film adaptation of Mr. Malcom's List, the popularity of diverse historical romance is clear; McAvoy's addition to this growing genre comes right on time - PUBLISHERS WEEKLY on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

  • Aphrodite and the Duke was a delightful read, full of surprises! From the start, I felt like I was a part of the dynamic DuBell family. Odite was such a complex, beautifully drawn heroine. There were so many feels, laugh-out-loud and tender moments. I loved it - AMALIE HOWARD, USA TODAY bestselling author of THE BEAST OF BESWICK on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

  • Aphrodite and the Duke is charming, witty, an utterly delightful read. It is fantastically pacy with a lovely heroine and a great Austenian villain. Perfect for all Bridgerton fans - PHOEBE WYNNE, author of THE RUINS on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

  • Fans of both Shonda Rhimes' TV adaptations and Julia Quinn's Bridgerton books will love this charming romance featuring the lively and heartwarming . . . Du Bell family and the world they inhabit - BOOKLIST on APHRODITE AND THE DUKE

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