The Heir Presumptive And The Heir Apparent

By Oliphant

The heir presumptive and the heir apparent examines the complexities of inheritance, social expectations, and the tension between personal desires and duty. A noble family faces the shifting dynamics of succession as an heir presumptive must navigate the responsibilities of his position while pursuing love that challenges societal norms. The weight of tradition looms over his choices, as marriage becomes more than a personal decision it is a reflection of class, status, and familial legacy. The contrast between those who are bound by duty and those who live without such constraints highlights the rigid expectations placed upon individuals born into privilege. The narrative explores the balance between ambition and obligation, as characters maneuver through relationships shaped by hierarchy and propriety. Through moments of humor and introspection, the novel reveals the fragile nature of aristocratic stability, where even the certainty of inheritance can be upended by personal ambition or unforeseen circumstances.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371135476
• ISBN13: 9789371135474
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.5" x 8.5"