💛 1. A Romance Between Equals Who Already Know the Cost of Heartbreak

This isn’t a story of naïve love or sweeping declarations. It’s about two people—Lora and Rockford—who have already been bruised by life, who carry regret and fear and ambition, and who still choose to try again.

They don’t fall in love at a ball.
They fall in love in the middle of hard decisions, ethical dilemmas, and shared vulnerability.

“You don’t need to save me,” she says. “Just don’t stand in my way.”
→ That line captures the emotional maturity of the story perfectly.

What makes this book so special is that their romance isn’t built on fantasy. It’s built on deep emotional respect. They listen. They argue. They see each other—fully, and without flinching.

🕊️ 2. A Heroine Who Protects Others Without Losing Herself

Lady Lora Preston isn’t just capable—she’s morally grounded, fiercely loyal, and willing to face power head-on if it means protecting what matters.

What’s outstanding here is that you’ve written a heroine who is active, not reactive. She doesn’t wait to be swept into the Duke’s world—she stands beside him, not behind him, even when they disagree.

The work she does with the clinic is not a subplot. It’s a reflection of her values. And it becomes the place where her romance, her purpose, and her personal growth converge.

She doesn’t compromise her voice. She simply finds someone who respects it.

🔥 3. A Hero Who Wears Responsibility Like Armor—and Finally Lets It Fall

Rockford is a remarkable romantic hero because he doesn’t arrive with swagger or emotional clarity. He arrives with duty, guilt, and decades of silence—and the longer we stay with him, the more we understand how deeply he’s trying to do right.

His arc is quiet, but it hits hard.

He’s not redeemed by loving Lora.
He’s redeemed by learning to trust her.
By letting go of control, of pride, and of the past.

“He didn’t fall in love with her because she challenged him.
He fell in love because she understood why he needed to be challenged.”

🌟 What Makes It Truly Stand Out:

This is a story about two people finding their way forward—not because the world makes it easy, but because they’re stronger together than apart.

It’s thoughtful, character-driven, and deeply emotionally satisfying. A romance that will stay with readers because it feels real.

Purchase Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DZJFDSDT

Meet the Author

I’m Ruth A. Casie. I ignite desire…in my books, that is, crafting historical romance stories that are like a wild dance at a Regency ball, full of ‘edge-of-your-seat’ suspense, unexpected twists, and heart-melting emotions. My heroines? They’d rather duel with wit than curtsy. And the men who cross their paths? Let’s just say they’re in for a challenge they never saw coming. You can reach me through my website at www.RuthACasie.com