A proud duke meets his match James Cantrell, the new Duke of Tereford, has inherited a dukedom in disarray, and he's barely hanging on. James does not often find himself asking others for advice, but he's overwhelmed and desperate. Luckily, he knows just the expert to help him sort out his mess. For years, Cecelia Vainsmede has served effortlessly as liaison on business matters between James and her father. She enjoys having her own responsibility, not to mention the added bonus of growing closer to James. If only he saw her as something more. To her surprise, James suggests that they marry. But Cecelia won't accept a proposal from a man who can't see how much she cares for him, and James will need to acknowledge his feelings for Cecelia quickly lest he lose her to another suitor.