Tales from Seldon Park Series by Bethany M. Sefchick

Newly returned from India, Miss Cecilia Worth, who has been dubbed “Miss Disaster” by the gossips, needs a husband. Or rather, her guardian, Lord Marshfield, believes she absolutely requires one. Cecy, however, strongly disagrees. Still, she is willing to humor her guardian and venture to London to participate in the Marriage Mart - so long as she is able to choose the man she will eventually marry... moreNewly returned from India, Miss Cecilia Worth, who has been dubbed “Miss Disaster” by the gossips, needs a husband. Or rather, her guardian, Lord Marshfield, believes she absolutely requires one. Cecy, however, strongly disagrees. Still, she is willing to humor her guardian and venture to London to participate in the Marriage Mart - so long as she is able to choose the man she will eventually marry. The last thing Lord Trenton Pike wants is to be called home from the Continent to play chaperone to his uncle’s ward, Miss Worth. Unfortunately, he also doesn’t have a choice in the matter. Escorting Cecy about London, Trent would be only too happy to foist her off upon the first man who would take her – except that doing so would break his uncle’s heart. As Trent trails Cecy around London, however, he comes to see that she is not the walking disaster he assumed she was. In fact, she’s far more than what he or anyone else sees. They just don’t bother to look closely. Can Trent find Cecy a husband by the end of the Season, one who can see her for the wonderful woman she truly is? And more importantly, can he keep her out of his bed until that mystery man finally appears to sweep her away to wedded bliss? less

A bookish daydreamer, Lady Rebecca St. John, sister of the notorious Viscount Sutton, is firmly on the shelf. Viewed by many as plain, she has also suffered from debilitating megrims her entire life. Now her only marriage prospect is a gentleman who wishes to see her wedded, bedded, with child and stashed in the country so he can spend her dowry on gambling debts. Hoping to preserve some shred of dignity, she’s made the decision to retire from Society and live a quiet life in the country... moreA bookish daydreamer, Lady Rebecca St. John, sister of the notorious Viscount Sutton, is firmly on the shelf. Viewed by many as plain, she has also suffered from debilitating megrims her entire life. Now her only marriage prospect is a gentleman who wishes to see her wedded, bedded, with child and stashed in the country so he can spend her dowry on gambling debts. Hoping to preserve some shred of dignity, she’s made the decision to retire from Society and live a quiet life in the country. There’s only one problem – the estate she’s chosen is also home to a man who has fascinated her for the last two years.Given away as a child due to a birthmark, Aaron Dunn has spent his entire life hiding in the shadows. Unable to make a living doing anything else, Aaron has settled into life as, of all things, an ornamental garden hermit at Marfield Meadows, one of the Sutton viscounty estates. While it’s hardly the life he desires for himself, he’s also well aware that the mark on his face leaves him no other choice. However, when Aaron learns that Becca, the woman who has been the center of his fantasies for the last two years, is planning on retiring to Marfield, he wonders if, once again, he’ll have to make a new life for himself elsewhere.When Aaron rescues Becca from an attack on the estate, the two finally meet face to face. They also discover that what they both believed was a one-sided attraction is, instead, a fiery passion between them that neither of them can ignore. Can Becca and Aaron find a way to be together? Or will a dark secret from his past tear them apart – even if it means they might have a chance to finally be together? less

Three years ago, Lord Miles Colbourne, the Duke of Lymington, was tasked with becoming guardian to one of his best friend’s wards. Already having one troublesome ward in his home, Miles hesitated to take on another. Now, he cannot imagine life without Lady Georgie, as she does a fine job managing his affairs, even if she is something of a bluestocking. However, his friend Lord Ashbrook has returned to London and seems to want his ward back... moreThree years ago, Lord Miles Colbourne, the Duke of Lymington, was tasked with becoming guardian to one of his best friend’s wards. Already having one troublesome ward in his home, Miles hesitated to take on another. Now, he cannot imagine life without Lady Georgie, as she does a fine job managing his affairs, even if she is something of a bluestocking. However, his friend Lord Ashbrook has returned to London and seems to want his ward back. Which is something of a problem, as Miles isn’t certain he wishes her to leave. In fact, he’s fairly certain he wishes to keep her!Despite her initial hesitation, Lady Rebecca Georgiana “Georgie” Booth has come to enjoy living in Miles’ household. Yes, he is known as “The Grumpy Lord” but he truly isn’t that terrible. In fact, he can be rather charming. She has also found a home in Lymington House, one that gives her a measure of peace and safety she’s been without for so long. Now if only something could be done about Miss Alice Hastings, Miles’ other ward who is with child by an unknown gentleman, her life would be just fine!When Miles’ grandmother arrives in London and packs up Georgie, Alice and the entire household so that they can retire to the country, Miles is given no choice but to follow. However, it soon becomes clear that being this close to Georgie is a temptation he cannot resist. No matter how much he should! Can Miles and Georgie find a love between them that will last or will other forces keep them separated forever? less