By Arrangement
In fourteenth-century London, the king orders noblewoman Christiana Fitzwaryn to marry David de Abyndon, a wealthy merchant far below her station. Resentful at first, she discovers a man of depth and secrets. A richly detailed medieval romance.
About This Book
By Arrangement is a historical romance novel by Madeline Hunter, first published in 2006 by Bantam. It runs 416 pages. Readers can expect opposites attract, forced proximity.
At a glance
- Genre
- Historical
- Trope
- Opposites Attract
- Length
- 416 pages
- Format
- Mass Market Paperback
Where to read or listen
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Why You May Love This Book
You may love this if…
- In fourteenth-century London, a noblewoman is forced by royal decree to marry a wealthy merchant, only to find him far more complex than his status suggests.
- Fans of historical romance
- Readers who enjoy class-difference dynamics
- Features Forced Proximity
- Clear premise centered on character growth and secrets.
This may not be ideal if…
- Limited information available on the development of the emotional arc.
The Romance
Tropes, dynamics, and the chemistry that drives this story.
Relationship Dynamics
Details
Type: Historical
Pairing: unknown
Power balance: Initially unequal due to class and the nature of the royal command.
How It Feels
The emotional landscape you'll move through while reading.
Moderate tension, moderate angst.
Heat Level
Heat information not available.
Who Is This Book For?
Best for
Recommended audience: Adult historical romance readers.
The Story
Spoiler-Free Synopsis
Christiana Fitzwaryn, a noblewoman in medieval London, finds her life upended when the king mandates a marriage to David de Abyndon. As a woman of higher station, she is initially resentful of the match with a merchant. However, as the couple navigates their forced proximity, Christiana discovers that David possesses a layered personality and undisclosed secrets that challenge her initial perceptions.
Central Conflict
The tension between a noblewoman and her merchant husband caused by a forced marriage and conflicting social stations.
Setting
Fourteenth-century London.
Strengths
- Clear premise centered on character growth and secrets.
Consider before reading
- Limited information available on the development of the emotional arc.
Discussion Guide
Questions to deepen your reading experience or spark a book club conversation.
- 1
How does the central conflict shape the relationship between the main characters?
- 2
How does the setting influence the characters' decisions and their relationship?
- 3
How do the relationship dynamics evolve throughout the story?
- 4
Who would you most want to recommend this book to?
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How did the pacing affect your reading experience?
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Which aspect of the story did you find most compelling?
How This Profile Was Created
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- Editor reviewed:
- Yes
- Last reviewed:
- October 13, 2026
- Confidence:
- Moderate confidence
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About the Author
Madeline Hunter
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Publication Details
- Publisher
- Bantam
- Format
- Mass Market Paperback
- Length
- 416 pages
- Language
- English
- ISBN-13
- 9780553587722
- ISBN-10
- 0553587722
By Arrangement: quick answers
- Who wrote By Arrangement?
- By Arrangement was written by Madeline Hunter.
- When was By Arrangement published?
- By Arrangement was first published in 2006 by Bantam.
- What genre is By Arrangement?
- By Arrangement is a historical romance novel, with opposites attract, forced proximity.
- How many pages is By Arrangement?
- By Arrangement is 416 pages long (Mass Market Paperback).
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