"The storyline is tightly constructed and, despite its Regency setting, deals with very modern themes...
Strongly recommended." Historical Novels Review
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From the glitter of Regency London…
Knowing little of love, Anna Spain arrives for her one and only Season yearning for romance. It’s surely fate when she falls for charming, handsome Gideon Aubrey—but when he spurns her in public, after seducing her with lies, she must find a way to support herself and her baby, or abandon the innocent child to the horrors of the workhouse.
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To the grit of industrial Leeds…
For Lewis Aubrey, who has grown up under Gideon’s malignant shadow, there’s never been anyone but Anna Spain. Infuriated by his brother’s treatment of the woman he adores, Lewis steps in to shield her. He thinks he might even court her himself—until one day, without a word, she’s gone.
In a winter of impossible choices…
Can a heartbroken young mother learn to love again? Can her would-be hero endure raising the child of a brother he hates? Can one fragile infant bring these two splintered souls a second chance at love in rural Wrackwater Bridge?
EXCERPT
Anna Spain hid her smile—easy to do in the dark carriage. She was not ready to reveal her secret, especially to Mama.
It had happened so fast! When they first danced together, she’d known Gideon Aubrey was the one. And this Adonis had fallen for her, the shy daughter of a Bristol manufacturer, whose best marriage option had been old Mr. Wexcombe.
“You look pretty tonight,” Mama said, begrudging. “No match for the Season’s diamonds, but you’ll do. Thanks to Putnam.”
Anna heard a cluck of disapproval from Putnam, Mama’s maid.
“At all events, Mr. Aubrey can have no doubt about your interest. You present a convincing show of true love.”
“It isn’t a show, Mama. It’s real.”
“Of course it is, dear,” Mama said, with a perfunctory pat on the arm. “Very wise.” ...more