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One rascally American. One disgraced earl's daughter. Eight dogs, a mysterious puzzle box, a fortune in lost jewels...and a partridge in a pear tree.
A rogue with a strong sense of duty, Giles Rutherford has accompanied his father from America on a search for long-lost gems. If found, these jewels would allow the family to start a new life in Regency London—a fresh start Giles isn't sure he deserves, as he hides a worrisome secret.
Their quest through the wintry villages of northern England is complicated when they rescue Lady Audrina Bradleigh—the youngest and most rebellious daughter of an earl—from the threat of ruin. To save her reputation, Audrina joins the well-chaperoned Rutherford treasure hunt. As Christmas draws near, she and Giles collect a found family of fellow treasure-seekers...and discover the unexpected promise of romance.
As clues unfold, Giles and Audrina will be led toward a love they never expected. But even if they crack every code, they can't puzzle out how a troubled American and a scandalous aristocrat could ever live happily-ever-after...
Perfect for readers who want their holiday romance with a sense of adventure—clever, warm-hearted, and populated with the kind of characters you'd happily spend a snowbound week with.
"Toasty fireside reading. ...Romain's gift for creating a strong sense of place, complex characters, and gripping situations carries this holiday tale." — Publishers Weekly
"One of the best books I have ever read, bar none...Romain's exquisite prose and extraordinary storytelling skills take us on a splendid and unforgettable journey." — Fresh Fiction
"Tender, passionate, and written with a great deal of warmth. ...Theresa Romain has become a favourite author of mine." —Romantic Historical Reviews
"Lyrical and emotionally satisfying. Her characters are intelligent and the way she illuminates their insecurities and feelings is truly amazing." — The Reading Wench
A Regency adventure with wit, heart, and the treasure of a found family—the kind of story that makes a cold night feel worthwhile.
Previously published as SEASON FOR DESIRE.
A rogue with a strong sense of duty, Giles Rutherford has accompanied his father from America on a search for long-lost gems. If found, these jewels would allow the family to start a new life in Regency London—a fresh start Giles isn't sure he deserves, as he hides a worrisome secret.
Their quest through the wintry villages of northern England is complicated when they rescue Lady Audrina Bradleigh—the youngest and most rebellious daughter of an earl—from the threat of ruin. To save her reputation, Audrina joins the well-chaperoned Rutherford treasure hunt. As Christmas draws near, she and Giles collect a found family of fellow treasure-seekers...and discover the unexpected promise of romance.
As clues unfold, Giles and Audrina will be led toward a love they never expected. But even if they crack every code, they can't puzzle out how a troubled American and a scandalous aristocrat could ever live happily-ever-after...
Perfect for readers who want their holiday romance with a sense of adventure—clever, warm-hearted, and populated with the kind of characters you'd happily spend a snowbound week with.
"Toasty fireside reading. ...Romain's gift for creating a strong sense of place, complex characters, and gripping situations carries this holiday tale." — Publishers Weekly
"One of the best books I have ever read, bar none...Romain's exquisite prose and extraordinary storytelling skills take us on a splendid and unforgettable journey." — Fresh Fiction
"Tender, passionate, and written with a great deal of warmth. ...Theresa Romain has become a favourite author of mine." —Romantic Historical Reviews
"Lyrical and emotionally satisfying. Her characters are intelligent and the way she illuminates their insecurities and feelings is truly amazing." — The Reading Wench
A Regency adventure with wit, heart, and the treasure of a found family—the kind of story that makes a cold night feel worthwhile.
Previously published as SEASON FOR DESIRE.
One rascally American. One disgraced earl's daughter. Eight dogs, a mysterious puzzle box, a fortune in lost jewels...and a partridge in a pear tree.
A rogue with a strong sense of duty, Giles Rutherford has accompanied his father from America on a search for long-lost gems. If found, these jewel...
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