If you like alpha males in disguise, scintillating chemistry, and a double dose of mystery, you’ll love New York Times bestselling author Gaelen Foley’s tale of undercover romance. Tangled in a web of secrets and hidden identities, will Luke and Portia’s growing attraction be strong enough to survive the truth, or will their love steal away into the night?ĭuke of Shadows is the fourth standalone novel in the Moonlight Square regency historical romance series. Even if it means jeopardizing his reputation by engaging in a scandalous affair with Londons most provocative courtesanthe desirable but aloof Belinda Hamilton. Yet as Silversmoke, he can’t deny a damsel in distress, so he agrees to find her missing suitor. Driven to uncover the truth about the mysterious death of his ladylove, the Duke of Hawkscliffe will go to any lengths to unmask a murderer. A fashionable belle preoccupied with high society, she’s sure to keep her nose out of his secret life fighting crime in London’s underworld.īut when the lady herself ventures into Silversmoke’s lair, begging for the famed highwayman’s help, Luke is astonished-and realizes he has seriously underestimated his future bride. Elegant and highborn Lady Portia Tennesley seems perfect for the sort of duchess Luke needs. Besides, having a wife around could help him blend in with his fellow noblemen. As the duke, however-his charade as a scholarly quiz aside-Luke knows he must eventually marry. After his parents died at the hands of brigands as a lad, he found his true passion in standing up for the powerless as his masked alter ego, the heroic highwayman, Silversmoke. Lucas Wakeford, the Duke of Fountainhurst, leads a double life that leaves him little time for romance. But before Portia walks down the aisle to her grand, loveless match, she turns to the only man who can uncover her former beau’s fate-the mysterious outlaw known as Silversmoke. Eventually she consents to an arranged marriage with an eccentric duke she barely knows, a wealthy recluse who seems more interested in science than spending time with his new fiancée. When the suitor who seemed her perfect match disappears at the height of the Season, she’s heartbroken. Lady Portia Tennesley has always dreamed of marrying for love. Unmask Duke of Shadows and let the highwayman-duke steal your heart!Įngland, 1817.

The Duke by Gaelen Foley