A former naval officer's meticulously planned life is thrown into disarray by the arrival of a vicar's daughter with a scandalous secret...
Darius Westbrook seeks the tranquility of a well-ordered life after bidding adieu to his naval career and embracing the challenge of a bookstore proprietorship. Yet, his serene existence is disrupted when he meets Araminta Weldon, the reverend's vivacious daughter, and her mischievous pet goose. Despite his resolve to focus solely on his business, Araminta's infectious zest for life and her audacious proposal to incorporate a lending library into Darius's establishment captivate his attention.
Araminta, known for her unwavering kindness and dedication to caring for her younger sisters and widowed father, harbors a secret passion as a successful romance author. As she endeavors to set up the library within Darius's bookstore, she finds herself drawn to his magnetic charm, even as she watches him court the village's most coveted belle.
With the grand opening of the bookstore looming, Araminta faces a pivotal choice: reveal her hidden identity as an author or remain cloaked in anonymity. Darius is torn between his carefully crafted plans for his future and the unexpected stirrings of his heart. Will Darius and Araminta pen their own happy ending, or will their differences and fears keep them apart?
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Secrets, Suspense, and Swoon-Worthy Romance...
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Midnight Christmas Waltz
Mission at Midnight
The Midnight Marquess
Holly, Mistletoe, & Midnight Snow
The Wallflower's Midnight Waltz
Minuet at Midnight
Kiss a Rake at Midnight
Unmasked at Midnight
Memories Made at Midnight
Once Upon a Midnight Dream
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Dukes Come Calling
For the Love of an Earl
Heart of a Scot
Highland Heather Romancing a Scot: Castle Brides
Secrets of Scandalous Ladies
The Culpepper Misses
The Honorable Rogues(R)
Cameron, Collette: - USA Today Bestselling author Collette Cameron(R) is renowned for her captivating, humorous, and heartwarming Scottish and Regency historical romance novels. With over 65 published titles, over 1.6 million books sold around the world, and multiple writing awards to her credit, Collette is a well-known author in the world of historical romance. Readers love her witty and relatable characters including daring rogues, dashing scoundrels, and the strong and spirited heroines who capture their hearts. From the rugged highlands to the refined drawing rooms of Regency England, Collette's novels will transport you to another time and place, where love and adventure are just a page away.Collette's Sweet-to-Spicy Timeless Romances(R) are the perfect escape for readers looking for romantic escape, poignant inspiration, engaging humor, and entertaining stories.Based in the Pacific Northwest, Collette is surrounded by the lush greenery and rainy skies that inspire her writing. She dreams of one day splitting her time between the Pacific Northwest and Scotland. In the meantime, she indulges in her love of all things cobalt blue, dachshunds, chocolate, and of course, crafting her next historical romance.
