The Surprise Heir - The Thunderbolt Series, #1

A Twist of Fate in Regency England: Love Blooms Where Least Expected In the opulent halls of Langston Hall, a dramatic turn of events throws a wrench into a meticulously planned future. Heir apparent Rupert Hargrove's world is shattered by tragedy, leaving the estate and its inhabitants in a state of disarray. Enter Edmund Gallagher, a distant, unassuming relative estranged from the Langston Hall family.
His childhood memories hold a single, cherished image - climbing a treehouse with young Rupert. Now, fate reunites them under unexpected circumstances. Meanwhile, Lady Abigail Stronghold, betrothed to Rupert, grapples with the societal expectations thrust upon her and a blossoming connection she can't ignore. With the future of Langston Hall hanging in the balance, love threatens to rewrite the carefully laid plans of both heart and duty. Will Edmund and Abigail defy the rigid rules of Regency society and embrace their desires? Or will they sacrifice personal happiness for the sake of tradition? This captivating Regency romance explores the enduring power of love and the choices that define our destinies.