Verity and the Forbidden Suitor

'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 . . .?

“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 DUKEFans 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”

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
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
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
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
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

J.J. McAvoy was born in Montreal, Canada and graduated from Carleton University in 2016 with an honour's degree in Humanities. She is the oldest of three and has loved writing for years. She is inspired by everything from Shakespearean tragedies to current culture. Her novels hope to push boundaries and allow readers to look at the world from another perspective. Please feel free to stay in touch with her via Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and youtube, where she video blogs.

' Bridgerton lovers have found their next read. J. J. 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 With her brother, the Duke of Everely, married off to the beautiful and charming Aphrodite Du Bell, Verity Eagleman feels more alone than ever within the cold halls of the family estate. So when she's invited to stay in the Du Bells' clamorous, boisterous home, she leaps at the chance.When Verity crosses paths with Theodore Darrington, the doctor who saved her brother's life, she can't help but notice how her heart flutters anytime he is near. But as the estranged bastard son of the Marquess of Whitmear, Theodore is forbidden to pursue anyone of the noble set. Despite being popular amongst the ton for both his heroic efforts and handsome charm, Theodore knows that no amount of social capital will allow him to be with the woman he secretly loves. Luckily for him, Verity has never cared much for the rules of society. . . .A forbidden romance blossoms as Verity and Theodore give in to their all-consuming passion, with any thought of scandal flung to the side. But when the concerns of their friends and family begin to loom over their love, will they truly be able to break the rules?__ '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 '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

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