The Heir: The Windhams: The Duke's Obsession

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First in the Regency-set Windham series from the New York Times –bestselling author. "Grace Burrowes is terrific." —Julia Quinn, author of the Bridgerton novels

"The heroine of Grace Burrowess' erotically charged romance is a woman of such mystery that both the hero and the reader become obsessed with her." — USA Today

He has everything but freedom. She has nothing but secrets. Together, they'll risk it all for love.

Gayle Windham, Earl of Westhaven, lives chained to responsibility, longing for escape from society's endless expectations and his father's demands for marriage. But when he retreats to his London townhouse for peace, he finds himself irresistibly drawn to Anna Seaton, the mysterious and intelligent housekeeper whose presence challenges everything he thought he wanted.

Anna carries secrets that could ruin them both, but she cannot deny the quiet passion growing between herself and the gentle, protective earl. As hidden truths threaten to surface, Gayle faces an impossible choice: safeguard his family's reputation or risk everything for the woman who could set him free.

Bestselling author Grace Burrowes delivers a lushly written Regency romance brimming with emotional depth, simmering passion, and unforgettable characters—perfect for fans of Bridgerton and Georgette Heyer.

"Luminous and graceful . . . a refreshing and captivating love story." — Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"A witty, sensual Regency romance featuring complex characters who ring true to the time period, leaving readers saying huzzah!" — Booklist (starred review)

"Tons of intrigue, searing seduction, and wonderful humor . . . a must-read for fans of Georgette Heyer and Regency romances." — Night Owl Reviews (Top Pick)

First in the Regency-set Windham series from the New York Times –bestselling author. "Grace Burrowes is terrific." —Julia Quinn, author of the Bridgerton novels "The heroine of Grace Burrowess' erotically charged romance is a woman of such mystery that both the hero and the reader become obsesse...

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144 reviews
A Google user
January 16, 2011
The way the main characters meet is a bit contrived, but once you get past that the writing is fun to read and intelligent enough not to be boring. The romance is believable, but what really annoyed me about the book was the complete hardheadedness of Anna. I wanted to scream at the book numerous times because the way the author writes it, you know her doubts are frivolous. Don't want to give too much away - for the ebook price, its totally worth it - give it a go! If there are sequels, I will read them I think.
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Lisa Hartford
July 20, 2022
I'm sorry to say but it just didn't pop for me. it seemed like it just dragged along. I finally got frustrated and skipped to the end since I did pay for it.
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Melissa NB
June 16, 2014
It was slow in the beginning, but with patience it became the romance that you would want. It did drag on a bit and could have been edited to make it perfect.
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About the author

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes' bestsellers include The Heir, The Soldier, Lady Maggie's Secret Scandal, Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish and Lady Eve's Indiscretion. Her Regency romances and Scotland-set Victorian romances have received extensive praise, including starred reviews from Publishers Weekly and Booklist. The Heir was a Publishers Weekly Best Book of 2010, The Best Spring Romance of 2011, Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish and Once Upon a Tartan have both won RT Reviewers' Choice Awards, Lady Louisa's Christmas Knight was a Library Journal Best Book of 2012, The Bridegroom Wore Plaid was a PW Best Book of 2012. Two of her MacGregor heroes have won KISS awards. Grace is a practicing family law attorney and lives in rural Maryland.

New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Grace Burrowes' bestsellers include The Heir, The Soldier, Lady Maggie's Secret Scandal, Lady Sophie's Christmas Wish and Lady Eve's Indiscretion. Her Regency romances and Scotland-set Victorian romances have received extensive praise, including sta...

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