
A Protector’s Promise (A Dark Historical Regency Romance Novel)
The Kingsleys Book 1
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Jodie Darling

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A scandalous mystery. A rogue with secrets. And a carriage built for one.
When her sister vanishes, pistol-trained Lady Isabella Kingsley is forced into the company of Alistair Baston—the duke’s loyal and infuriatingly composed man of affairs. She has no need for guardians. He has no room for desire.
But a violent ambush, a single carriage, and one stolen kiss change everything.
As danger mounts and secrets unravel, Isabella must risk her heart for the man who was never meant to have it… and the truth that could destroy them both.
Will honor keep them apart… or will love be the most dangerous risk of all? Get your copy of book one in the KINGSLEY series by clicking "BUY NOW" or read for FREE on Kindle Unlimited!
Steam Level: Medium to Hot
Core Romantic Tropes:
- Forced Proximity – A carriage built for one. A countryside ambush. Nowhere to hide.
- Protector/Ward – He’s assigned to keep her safe. She refuses to be protected.
- Enemies-to-Lovers (Slow Burn) – She challenges him. He infuriates her. Sparks fly long before lips touch.
- Class Divide Romance – She’s the duke’s daughter. He’s the second son of a disgraced nobleman turned man of affairs.
- Lady with a Weapon – Isabella is proficient with pistols and daggers—and not afraid to use them.
- Repressed Desire – He hides behind duty… until desire erupts.
- Wounded Hero – Emotionally scarred, Alistair carries the weight of his past and believes himself unworthy of love.
- Secret Longing – A kiss that changes everything, long before either will admit what they feel.
- Touch Her and Die Energy – Alistair protects her fiercely—even from his own heart.
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