Duke of Pryde by Mariah Stone — book slip

Constantine Buccleigh, the Duke of Pryde, is known for his impeccable reputation in the ton.

But when a blackmailer threatens to reveal his devastating secret, he is forced into a marriage of convenience with Miss Modesty Fairchild, a woman far below his station.

Modesty, a budding archaeologist, is determined to protect her orphaned ward, even if it means marrying the cold and controlling duke.

As they navigate their new life together, Modesty's defiance begins to chip away at Pryde's icy exterior, revealing the isolated man beneath.

As their relationship evolves, a villain in the shadows plots Pryde's downfall, forcing him to choose between his pride and the family he has come to cherish.