Marianne Buller's humble world as a seamstress is turned upside down when her mother passes away, leaving behind a shocking secret; she is the legitimate daughter of the late Earl of Foxburn. Soon after, a letter from the esteemed Duchess of Westden summons Marianne to the Duke's grand manor in Norfolk, where under the Duchess' guidance, she must learn how to become a lady. As she prepares for her debut, she must confront her fears of inadequacy to impress the aristocracy, not least of all the Duchess' handsome son.

Will Marianne find her place among the nobility?

Following the sudden demise of his father, Anthony Colline returns to England after a two-year trip abroad. As the Duke of Westden, he grapples with his new responsibilities, but what truly unsettles him is the mysterious circumstances of his father's death, bringing him more suspicion than comfort. On his quest to uncover the truth behind it, Anthony finds himself distracted by his mother's new protégée. Drawn to her unassuming charm and courage, Anthony helps Marianne rise above the scrutiny of the ton.

Yet, what begins as an innocent friendship soon blossoms into something more, that could ruin them both

Together, Marianne and Anthony must face insurmountable obstacles; the scorn of a vengeful noblewoman, the murky legal battles over Mariannes true heritage, and the sinister forces that conspired against the Dukes father. As their bond deepens, so do the dangers surrounding them. Will their love withstand the trials of deceit or will they be torn apart by the very society they seek to conquer?

Destined to be a Duchess is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.