Lady Janine Cook, daughter of the Duke of Sussex, is in turmoil. Her father's insistence on marriage by her next birthday leaves her in distress, especially since the match he's chosen is the oppressive and controlling Viscount Shardwood. To complicate things even further, although she can hardly admit it to herself, Lady Janine’s true feelings lay with another. Douglas Irvin, the Viscount who stole her thoughts, might be a friend of the family, but she knows her stubborn father will never change his mind. She can at least confess all of her heart’s secrets to her dear diary…

When the diary is mysteriously lost though, her deepest longing is bound to be revealed…

On the other hand, Viscount Banks, formerly known as simply Douglas, grapples with unexpected responsibilities thrust upon him after the tragic deaths of his father and brother. Returning to Sussex, he reunites with Lady Janine, who ignites profound feelings in him. Due to her engagement though, he knows he must keep a proper distance, but he simply cannot help falling for her.

Will this mesmerizing encounter distract him from finding the truth about his family?

As they unite to uncover the mysteries surrounding them, Janine and Douglas find themselves irresistibly drawn to each other. However, with Janine's wedding looming, they must navigate the delicate balance between duty and love. Will they be able to resist destiny's calling? Or is it already too late to untangle their hearts?

"A Lady's Forbidden Diary" is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.