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Noramary came out of the parlor into the hall. Stunned by what she had just heard, she felt slightly light-headed and leaned against the closed door for a moment to steady herself. The shock of Winnie s elopement during the night had been followed by a second — the staggering request of her foster parents that she step into her errant cousin s place as the bride of Duncan Montrose! So you see, my dear, why we must ask this of you? Aunt Betsy s voice rang in her ears. Noramary closed her eyes, bringing back the scene that had just taken place. As her aunt had explained the dilemma Winnie s irresponsibility had caused and what must now be done, Noramary had sat very still, eyes downcast, hands folded in her lap, hearing but not fully absorbing her aunt s words. Now those same words burst upon her, strong and clear: –marry Duncan Montrose! Valiant Bride is a historical romance that brings to life a young woman s choice between duty and love.