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Once innocent, Con Somerford has returned from war, weary and worldly, to assume the role of Earl of Wyvern.

A year ago in 1815, Laura Gardeyne lost her dashing husband, Hal, in a riding accident. Now she must raise her young son at the Gardeyne estate, since he is heir to its fortune.

Simon St. Bride has been in Canada fighting the War of 1812--but the war is over now, and Simon is ready to come home. Before he leaves, however, Simon must defend a young woman's honor.

Desperate to keep his vast estates in the family, the Duke of Belcraven chooses his illegitimate daughter, Beth Armitage, as bride for Lucien de Vaux, his only heir.

Beauty and wealth make Lady Anne Peckworth quite a catch. When she unexpectedly meets the dangerous Race de Vere, he captures her heart.