Dicker — Aubrey Brown

Anna Snowe knew she was destined to marry a duke. Her father drew up a contract, creating a dicker between four families. Her sisters marry as Anna waits for hers. Rumors from his society break poor Anna's heart and leave her wanting to stay unwed. The duke travels through embittered cold when his missives go unanswered. He needs to marry Anna before New Year's Eve, or he will have to pay back her dowry ten-fold and then face disgrace. However, Anna is not to be found. He ensues a chase during the winter holidays. When he does come upon his bride, he is immediately enthralled by her beauty. After a time of seduction, Anna relents and marries her duke. Troubles begin to brew as David Winthrop denies his feelings for his wife. Anna leaves once again, heartbroken to Wales to seek solace with her family. Secrets are revealed, leaving David in want of his wife. With his heart on his sleeve, he runs yet again for his wayward wife. Will a simple dicker keep them together or will true love prevail?