"He only wants to marry. He does not want to marry me."

William Shaw's whole life is dedicated to his duty. Being a barrister and punishing criminals is his only escape from the guilt inside him. When he learns that he inherited his uncle's title and he has to leave his profession behind, he is devastated.

But being the new Earl of Cornwall brings him... new kind of problems.

Clara Griffith lost all of her fortune after her father's death. She now works as a governess for a barrister's young sister. And her employer is a temptation in the flesh.

When the newly appointed Earl approaches her with a marriage proposal, she is startled. She knows that he just wants to stop the mothers and daughters of the Ton vying for his attention.

But this marriage of convenience would ensure not only her future but her younger sister's as well.

She just has to be careful not to let her desires get in the way.

They both started this game as allies. But in the heart's game, the roles can easily change. And your biggest enemy can become your savior. If only you let him in...

She wants to guard her heart; too bad he already stole it...


*If you like seductive Earls, Dukes, and Barons with a soft heart but a strong will, and romance stories depicting the Regency period, then Heir in Despair is the perfect novel for you.

Dive into the epic world of the Regency Era Ladies, Governesses, and Bluestockings while Lorena Owen takes you on a suspenseful journey full of passion and true love!

"Heir in Despair" is a Historical Regency romance novel of more than 40,000 words (200+ pages). STANDALONE, no cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.

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• Publication Date: April 8, 2021
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• Print Length: 285 Pages
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