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Henry & Kate by Laura Kneidl (The Darlington #1)

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An opposites-attract, slow-burn billionaire romance set in a world of London luxury and scandal, featuring exclusive art and sprayed edges.

He can't afford distractions. She can't afford to get caught.

Twenty-year-old Kate Hamilton has lost everything: her family, her job, her home. For months, she's been surviving alone on London's streets. Henry Darlington, on the other hand, seems to have it all—wealth, privilege, and his family's luxury hotel empire. But beneath The Darlington's glittering facade lies a darker truth: a scandal involving Henry’s father has tainted the hotel’s reputation, and as the eldest son, Henry is left to pick up the pieces.

When desperation drives Kate to steal Henry’s phone, their worlds collide in an unexpected confrontation. Instead of calling the police, Henry makes a surprising offer: a job at The Darlington, and a chance for Kate to escape the dangers of the street.

What begins as a fragile truce soon deepens into something neither of them anticipated. Within the hotel’s opulent walls, Kate glimpses a life she never thought possible, while Henry is drawn to the resilient, sharp-witted woman who refuses to be cowed by his world. But as their connection grows, both must face the question: can love survive the secrets, scandals, and social divides that threaten to keep them apart?

Amazon | Barnes & Noble| Bookshop.org | Target

An opposites-attract, slow-burn billionaire romance set in a world of London luxury and scandal, featuring exclusive art and sprayed edges.

He can't afford distractions. She can't afford to get caught.

Twenty-year-old Kate Hamilton has lost everything: her family, her job, her home. For months, she's been surviving alone on London's streets. Henry Darlington, on the other hand, seems to have it all—wealth, privilege, and his family's luxury hotel empire. But beneath The Darlington's glittering facade lies a darker truth: a scandal involving Henry’s father has tainted the hotel’s reputation, and as the eldest son, Henry is left to pick up the pieces.

When desperation drives Kate to steal Henry’s phone, their worlds collide in an unexpected confrontation. Instead of calling the police, Henry makes a surprising offer: a job at The Darlington, and a chance for Kate to escape the dangers of the street.

What begins as a fragile truce soon deepens into something neither of them anticipated. Within the hotel’s opulent walls, Kate glimpses a life she never thought possible, while Henry is drawn to the resilient, sharp-witted woman who refuses to be cowed by his world. But as their connection grows, both must face the question: can love survive the secrets, scandals, and social divides that threaten to keep them apart?

  • LAURA KNEIDL was born in Erlangen in 1990 and studied library and information management. Inspired by her favorite books, she began working on her first novel in 2009 and hasn't stopped writing since. Today, the author lives with her three cats in Leipzig, where her apartment resembles a library. On social media, she shares insights into her daily writing life and enjoys connecting with readers—so feel free to reach out!

    • Translated by Charlie Wührer

    • Release Date: May 26, 2026

    • Length: 384 pages

    • ISBN13: 9798893311648

  • “Utterly addicting! Couldn’t put it down until the very last page.” –Brittainy Cherry, USA Today Bestselling Author

  • Disclaimer: The content warning includes spoilers for the entire book.

    This book contains potentially triggering content. This includes

    • Overdoses

    • Death of loved ones

    • Substance abuse and addiction

    • Sexual harassment and abuse

    • Domestic abuse

    The following topic is also addressed:

    • Homelessness

    We know that the world is a fast-paced place to be right now, and everything can quickly become too much. During times of stress, the pressure to continuously achieve more can be overwhelming. While the drug mentioned in this book, Vitalyn, is a fictional creation by Laura, real substances with similar effects can have serious health consequences and lead to physical and psychological dependence.

    If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, please seek healthy ways to cope, and don’t hesitate to seek professional support if needed.

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