Sandy Blair

Sandy Blair pairs Scottish historical settings with adventurous romance and a light comic touch. The Accidental Duchess follows Rachael O'Leary, a young woman drawn from Victorian London into the affairs of Connor Kenroe, a Scottish duke whose position brings both privilege and danger. Their meeting grows from a practical problem into a romance shaped by identity, family obligation, and the contrast between city society and the Highlands. The story first appeared in the multi-author collection How to Marry a Duke before being issued separately. Blair's background in award-recognised historical romance is visible in the book's brisk pacing and its use of a capable lead character alongside an aristocratic hero. The novel draws on familiar duchess and Highland motifs, but its emphasis is on the unexpected chain of events that changes both characters' plans. It suits readers looking for a compact Victorian romance with Scottish atmosphere and an adventurous turn.