Falling for a Forsaken Marquess

An unforeseen rejection from her first love has left Agnes Humphries peacefully settling by the side of her family- that is, until her younger sister falls in love. Worried that their financial situation might also ruin her sister's happiness, Agnes is determined to take matters into her own hands. With the help of a matchmaker, she soon meets Lord Hampton, hoping that their union can increase her sister’s chances to marry her beau. However, when the mysterious lord gradually captures her heart, Agnes will find herself torn between her true feelings and doubt.

Can Agnes have a second chance at love, or is she destined to be rejected by yet another suitor?

William Sculthorpe III, Marquess of Hampton, has no desire to marry, but his responsibility as the eldest son dictates that he must. When a matchmaker pairs him with the high-spirited Agnes, William is immediately repelled by her loud and intense personality. Little did he know that those exact traits would be part of why Agnes is the only one who can bring warmth and light back into his soul… As past ghosts of a betrayed love still haunt him, falling for Agnes will give a profound meaning to his brooding life.

Will his open wounds prove to be his worst enemy?

As their painful pasts turn into a path to find hope, William and Agnes slowly realise that they belong together. Yet, when William’s younger brother, who betrayed him by sabotaging his first love, appears, William will have to face his worst nightmare. Can Agnes and William survive the challenges that stands in their way? Will they take the reins and trust each other, or will they lose themselves in an endless heartbreaking sorrow?

"Falling for a Forsaken Marquess" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.