The Reluctant Bride

A mysterious contract forged by their fathers brings Carolina to Milton's doorstep in this spellbinding historical romance set in the early 1830s.

At twenty-five, Milton craves a wife—but on his own terms, not his father's. Meanwhile, Carolina reluctantly travels north to appease her father's incessant demands. As they unravel the enigma behind the contract, sparks fly and tensions rise.

Will the secrets they uncover bind them together as their fathers intended, or drive them apart forever? In a time before the South's devastation, Carolina and Milton must navigate family expectations, personal desires, and the weight of an agreement made long ago.

Discover a tale of love, duty, and self-discovery in this captivating romance that will keep you guessing until the very end.