Victorian Love Series by M.A. Nichols

It was only a little kiss…Lily Kingsley knows it’s time to abandon her romantic fancies and accept spinsterhood. No man has ever noticed her, and that is unlikely to change, but that does not mean she must abandon the last of her dreams: her first kiss. And she knows the perfect gentleman to enlist in that endeavor.Just one kiss, and then she will happily accept her solitary lot. Jack Hatcher hates surprises... moreIt was only a little kiss…Lily Kingsley knows it’s time to abandon her romantic fancies and accept spinsterhood. No man has ever noticed her, and that is unlikely to change, but that does not mean she must abandon the last of her dreams: her first kiss. And she knows the perfect gentleman to enlist in that endeavor.Just one kiss, and then she will happily accept her solitary lot. Jack Hatcher hates surprises. In his experience, they are nothing but a deviation from his carefully constructed plans. Structure and order are paramount to success—whether professional or personal—and any unanticipated alteration is rarely an improvement. But when a beguiling lady mistakes him for someone else and launches herself into his arms, Jack discovers that not all surprises are bad.Then busybodies catch them in their illicit embrace, and an engagement is the only solution. So, why is the lady in question refusing? But Lily wanted a kiss and not a fiancé bound to her by duty and obligation, so why is the overbearing gentleman forcing her hand?Set in Victorian era England, A Stolen Kiss is a sweet romance about the importance of seizing love when we find it, even if it comes in unexpected ways.Though part of a series, each book is a standalone story and can be read in any order. The Victorian Love Series is a spin-off of the Regency Love Series and follows the next generation of heroes and heroines.Buy your copy today and escape into a world of romance! less

A marriage they didn’t choose. A child conceived in a lie. Can they overcome their broken dreams and find happiness in a life forced upon them?At her age, Ruby Jeffries knows better than to dream of love, but then, Lucas Ashbrook sweeps into her life with whispered declarations of love and fervent kisses. He’s everything she’s hoped for, and Ruby would risk far more than the scandal of an elopement to be with him... moreA marriage they didn’t choose. A child conceived in a lie. Can they overcome their broken dreams and find happiness in a life forced upon them?At her age, Ruby Jeffries knows better than to dream of love, but then, Lucas Ashbrook sweeps into her life with whispered declarations of love and fervent kisses. He’s everything she’s hoped for, and Ruby would risk far more than the scandal of an elopement to be with him. But when she discovers Lucas faked the wedding to win a bet, Ruby is left with more than a broken heart.Conrad Ashbrook spends his life mending that which his elder brother breaks, and when Lucas abandons the young lady bearing his child, Conrad has no choice but to shoulder that responsibility as well. Marrying a lady he doesn’t love and raising his brother’s child wasn’t what Conrad wanted for his future.Can a marriage starting with such pain ever bring them happiness? The Victorian Love series is a spin-off series that follows the children of the heroes and heroines of the Regency Love Series. Each book in both series is a standalone sweet historical romance and can be read in any order. less

A gentleman and lady on the brink of matrimony…to the wrong person. But fate has other plans for them and their meddling families.Victoria loves Elijah.Oliver loves Sophie.Romance ought to be that simple. But with no dowry, Victoria cannot marry a pauper. Nor can Oliver wed the daughter of the woman who nearly ruined his parents’ life thirty years ago. So, they will do their duty to their families—even if it’s not what their hearts desire... moreA gentleman and lady on the brink of matrimony…to the wrong person. But fate has other plans for them and their meddling families.Victoria loves Elijah.Oliver loves Sophie.Romance ought to be that simple. But with no dowry, Victoria cannot marry a pauper. Nor can Oliver wed the daughter of the woman who nearly ruined his parents’ life thirty years ago. So, they will do their duty to their families—even if it’s not what their hearts desire.But when all four are invited to a house party, Victoria and Oliver may discover that marrying their parents’ choice may not be as simple as saying, “I do.”Will they succumb to family pressures or follow their hearts? The Victorian Love series is a spin-off series that follows the children of the heroes and heroines of the Regency Love Series. Each book in both series is a standalone sweet historical romance and can be read in any order. less

Friendship may blossom. Feelings may stir. But is it only two lonely souls seeking companionship? Or perhaps something more?When Silas Byrnes married, he wasn’t expecting a happy ending for him and his wife. Theirs was a union of duty and not love, but fourteen years of marriage was a misery for them both. Luckily the navy rarely allowed him time ashore... moreFriendship may blossom. Feelings may stir. But is it only two lonely souls seeking companionship? Or perhaps something more?When Silas Byrnes married, he wasn’t expecting a happy ending for him and his wife. Theirs was a union of duty and not love, but fourteen years of marriage was a misery for them both. Luckily the navy rarely allowed him time ashore. Now widowed, Silas has no choice but to return to a house that doesn’t feel like home and reclaim his children, who are determined to hate him as their mother did.With a new business to start and his household in an uproar, Silas needs an ally to help him navigate the mess his life has become, and his children’s governess might just fit the bill. If only the lady wasn’t so determined to keep him at arm’s length.Judith Delmonte knows her place. A governess must remain aloof and guarded around her employers, for though she works with the family, she is not one of them. Nor does she belong among the servants’ ranks. Neither fish nor fowl, as they say. A solitary life, but one for which Judith is grateful. Better to earn her keep than live off her aunt and uncle’s charity.When a lady is unfortunate to be poor and plain, there is little other choice for her. Spinsterhood is not such a terrible thing if one can provide for oneself.Yet she cannot keep her heart in check when faced with the struggling widower determined to win his children’s affection. They say love conquers all, but Judith knows a man’s affection cannot see past surface attractions or social divide.Or can it? The Victorian Love series is a spin-off series that follows the children of the heroes and heroines of the Regency Love Series. Each book in both series is a standalone sweet historical romance and can be read in any order. less

A disastrous declaration. A broken heart. Can they get it right the second time?Courageous or foolish? Marian Wakefield didn’t think herself either, but when she confessed her love to her closest friend, Marian discovered she had a hearty helping of both. And a broken heart to boot.Marian is certain no man shall ever secure her affection as he had, but with spinsterhood looming, her father gives her a choice—find herself a husband or he will do it for her... moreA disastrous declaration. A broken heart. Can they get it right the second time?Courageous or foolish? Marian Wakefield didn’t think herself either, but when she confessed her love to her closest friend, Marian discovered she had a hearty helping of both. And a broken heart to boot.Marian is certain no man shall ever secure her affection as he had, but with spinsterhood looming, her father gives her a choice—find herself a husband or he will do it for her. Must Marian settle for a marriage of convenience? Why does fate hate her so?Blind or foolish? George Finch thought himself a wise man, but when his dear friend revealed her undying love to him, George’s wits failed him. And then doubly so, for they pushed him to marry a young lady of beauty, grace, and poise but wholly lacking in every other aspect. A marriage based on attraction and without friendship was bound to fail, and in the years since Marian’s heartfelt declaration, he’s had ample time to realize his mistake.Now widowed, George returns home to discover his one-time friend is still unmarried, and though he cannot undo the mistakes of the past, George is determined to make a better decision now that fate has offered him a second chance. He must make Marian see the truth of his heart before her father’s ultimatum pushes her to bind herself to another.But how can he when the lady won’t even speak to him?The Victorian Love Series is a spin-off series of the Regency Love Series, and together, they make the Generations of Love Series. Each book is a standalone sweet romance and can be read in any order. less

She wished for love, and it came true. But what if it’s all a lie?Evelyn Finch has given up on love. Finding a man to dance with her was difficult enough; finding one to spend his life with her was impossible. Better to embrace spinsterhood and rid herself of that false hope. No man will see her in a romantic light. But when a dashing gentleman sweeps into her life, reigniting her dreams, Evelyn can’t help but wonder if her greatest wish will finally come true... moreShe wished for love, and it came true. But what if it’s all a lie?Evelyn Finch has given up on love. Finding a man to dance with her was difficult enough; finding one to spend his life with her was impossible. Better to embrace spinsterhood and rid herself of that false hope. No man will see her in a romantic light. But when a dashing gentleman sweeps into her life, reigniting her dreams, Evelyn can’t help but wonder if her greatest wish will finally come true.But he’s not all he appears to be…Desperation can make a person do foolish things. Though Gideon Payne hadn’t thought himself so ridiculous as to agree to a fake courtship, when Evelyn’s father comes begging for that very thing, Gideon finds himself agreeing. He has the wherewithal to help her find her footing in society, and she has the sterling reputation that will help to repair his ruined one. A mutually beneficial arrangement. That is all.But the plain wallflower is not at all what Gideon expected. And this simple Christmas courtship soon becomes something far more complicated.Can a romance started with a lie become something real? Or will good intentions lead to broken hearts?The Victorian Love Series is a spin-off series of the Regency Love Series, all of which are interconnecting but standalone sweet historical romances. They can be read in any order, and the series is numbered according to publication date. less