The Land Steward's Daughter

The Land Steward’s Daughter

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Elaina Walker has waited for her childhood sweetheart to return from the Napoleonic Wars for eight years. At five-and-twenty, the pressure to marry well is mounting, despite being unable to forget Will, the Duke of Blackmore’s second son.

Will Winter doesn’t care much for his father’s qualifications for a proper wife. When he returns to England and sees Elaina again, he knows he must have her, despite her meager dowry and precarious standing in society as the daughter of his family’s land steward.

As their attraction to one another intensifies, Elaina must make a decision: one that may further damage her reputation and Will’s already delicate relationship with his family, or one that will leave her unfulfilled and wondering for the rest of her life.

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“The allure of the lifelong love between Will and Elaina will entice readers from the first page.” -Publishers Weekly

"Michaels ably employs many familiar romance-novel elements, and ... successfully ventures beyond the genre's conventions ... [Will and Elaina's] relationship is well drawn, and they're immensely likable." -Kirkus Reviews

"...expertly realized debut historical romance ... But this novel is more than a traditional romance; it examines the work of creating a mature, partnered relationship, too. Classic genre themes are touched upon ... but the centerpiece is a richly imagined, vibrant celebration of love. Readers will be swept away by this new twist on an old favorite." -BookLife Reviews, STARRED review

"The Land Steward's Daughter is an endearing historical romance whose lovers flourish despite opposition." -Foreword Clarion Reviews

"...an enjoyable romance with strong descriptions and period detail. Themes of marriageability, money and social class run throughout, providing a layer of complexity beyond the common standards of the genre ... Elaina stands out as a strong and unconventional character who draws the reader's sympathy." -BlueInk Review

"For pure escapist enjoyment, The Land Steward's Daughter is a fantastic candidate. Balancing lush historical detail with a more modern language and pace keeps the flow going. Spending time in this world and with this cast of characters is like taking a trip with friends, making this a near-perfect holiday read." -Independent Book Review

"Author Becky Michaels has crafted a highly engaging work of historical romance which will be sure to tick all the boxes for fans of the genre." -Readers' Favorite

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