Arabella and the Reluctant Duke

A rebellious lady, a grumpy blacksmith, and a clash of worlds that sparks an unexpected romance

Everything was a lie ....until it all unravelled.

Lady Arabella is done with embroidery and simpering suitors! She craves adventure, not a husband chosen by her father. So, she trades her ballgowns for plain skirts and answers an advertisement for a governess. What she doesn't expect is the gruffly handsome Philip Merivale, a blacksmith with a brood of mischievous children and a deep distrust of the aristocracy.
Philip, still reeling from loss, believes Arabella is just another pampered lady playing at common life. He's determined to teach her a lesson in hard work and humility. But her wit and spirit charm him despite his best efforts, and soon, their playful sparring turns into something far more tender: a blossoming affection.
Amidst playful pranks and heartwarming family moments, Arabella discovers a secret that could deeply complicate their budding relationship. Can she bridge the gap between their vastly different lives, or will her hidden identity create an insurmountable obstacle to their growing fondness?