Reviews - Novella

CONTEMPORARY: When Leo Cusano is expected to organize a Halloween mystery party, his enthusiasm is not as high as it should be. With the help of Arie Winters, he begins to come around. However, business issues like creating sweet treats and finding a location for his dessert bar are sapping some of his usual love for the spooky holiday.

HISTORICAL: After a tragic accident befalls Benedict’s family, he becomes the Earl of Foster. He finds the responsibilities a burden, and now his mother tells him he has a ward. Philippa’s parents were killed in a carriage accident, and his mother is her godmother. Benedict wrongfully believes the ward will be a young child, not the beautiful redheaded siren before him.

HISTORICAL: Princess Aline Hagerin comes to Renwick Hotel because she is invited to a card party. Aline spends most of the time outdoors in the pleasure gardens and notices Mr. Stephen Dornan. Aline had always noticed Stephen’s handsomeness, even with all the constant female attention he got. Stephen also notices Aline and wishes she would pose for him so he could sketch her.

HISTORICAL: Mrs. Oleana Honeywell, an oblivious housekeeper in the Earl of Monteith’s household, only attempts to clean his home. Oleana really is unfit for the position which everyone in the household knows, including the Earl, Jason Symon. Unfortunately, Oleana comes highly recommended by Jason’s great-aunt Agatha, so Jason can’t get rid of her because of his loyalty to Agatha.

HISTORICAL: Emily Grenville, a young widow, has successfully seen her niece married off and now finds herself at loose ends. Tobias Forsyth, Duke of Heatherston and a Scot, is desperate for help in launching his niece on her first London Season. Enlisting the help of Emily is an answer to his prayers. It doesn't hurt, either, that he's been attracted to her since their first meeting.

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