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Christmas Courting

(2023)
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An anthology collection of four fabulous, sweet Regency Christmas romances:

THE WASSAIL WAGER
In the enchanting depths of Cornwall, Evie Kernow, a spirited rebel banished from the glittering streets of London, embarks on a journey where love blooms unexpectedly. Amidst a land steeped in secrets and smugglers, she stumbles upon Gryffyn Pascoe, a brooding and formidable figure. Initially unimpressed by the locals, Evie finds herself irresistibly drawn to the handsome owner of a fine estate—a man who has forgotten the warmth of a smile.

Fueling her curiosity, Evie makes a daring wager with herself: she will unravel the secrets behind Gryffyn's guarded heart and teach him the joy of a genuine smile. As they traverse the rugged landscapes and collide with society's expectations, an unspoken connection blossoms between them. Evie's spirited determination awakens Gryffyn's dormant emotions, kindling a passion they both believed unattainable.

Amidst the breathtaking backdrop of Cornwall's captivating beauty, Evie and Gryffyn embark on a heartwarming dance of friendship, hope, and the promise of love. Can Evie's tender touch and indomitable spirit heal Gryffyn's wounded soul?

THE CAPTAIN'S RUNAWAY BRIDE
When the earl her father has promised her to turns out to be an unspeakable cad, Ava Brunswick is not willing to become an abused and overlooked wife. Defending herself against the earl's despicable advances, she is forced to take drastic action and flee.

Remaining in England is out of the question, and there's a ship headed for the Americas right there. The captain seems more inclined to ask questions than take her money and look the other way, but Ava is determined and soon the Stella Marie is casting off... and Ava is headed for a new life.

The wealthy young woman who has just talked her way onto his ship is hiding something, and Edmund Hale doesn't like secrets. He's determined to ferret out Ava's... but he might just be falling for her in the process!

PHOEBE AND THE PEA
Governess Phoebe Faraday is aghast when she finds the pea in her Twelfth Night cake and is crowned Queen for the day… only for not one, not two, but three beans to be found by eligible gentlemen! Three Kings is two too many, but which king will Phoebe choose?

KIDNAPPING LORD BLAYMIRE


Summoned to London in order to be presented to Society and married off to get her off her guardian's hands, Persephone cannot imagine a worse fate. Refusing to leave her remote tower home, she seizes the opportunity when Lord Blaymire himself arrives on her doorstep to demand her compliance.

After all, she only needs to kidnap him for a few weeks...



Genre: Romance

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