The Duke's Daughter

Evie has lived most of her life in the shadows, hiding from a father who punishes her at every turn. She has promised herself to avoid marriage and do whatever is necessary for her little brother to be safe and keep the title amidst a country of unrest. When her father hires an assassin to take her away, forcing her to leave her home and little brother, Evie doesn't stop fighting. Even when it can't possibly get worse.   Xander travels to southern England under orders of the new king to arr