Destined For A Duke (Completed)
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Lord Maximillian Crawford, Duke of Lancester has a secret that has potential to destroy his image. Family secrets, enemies turned into friends and friends who deserted him in his hour of need, he has them all. Add a minx who hates privileged man to the equation, you have the perfect recipe for disaster.
Miss Gabrielle Longoria started questioning herself the day she met Max. When her world starts falling apart, he is there for her. Can Ella (Gabrielle) stop herself from falling for the only man who cares?
BOOK 2 OF LORDS AND LADIES
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