1811 England. When seventeen year old Lucinda Beckford's fiance dies, she declares she will never marry. However, Giles Milton is determined to marry her whether she is willing or not. Physician Adam Lennox has his own reasons for wanting revenge on his cousin. He is determined that Lucinda will stay away from Giles - even to the point of proposing to her himself. However, will Lucinda accept the help that is offered, or will she follow her own pathway? 'Fortune's Promise' is a fast-paced regency novel full of intrigue and passion.