A Regency friends to lovers, marriage of convenience romance and a Duke with a hidden identity. Born to be a Duchess Determined to defy the Duke! Lady Thea Campion is aghast to discover that her hand in marriage has been promised to the Duke of Leamington since she was in the cradle! Now, with the prospect of their convenient wedding becoming far too real, Thea is adamant she won't marry a man she's never even met. What's more, there is a gentleman that she would much rather marry--her new friend, Hal Forrest. So imagine her shock when she discovers that he is the Duke! Betrayed and deceived, can Thea ever say yes to his proposal? Perfect for fans of: Friends to lovers Hidden identity.