Boxwood Regency Romance Series by Patricia Lyn Bradt

She has no desire for another husband. He is hiding from his responsibility to find a wife. What will it take to change each other’s minds?The Marquess of Boxwood needs an heir, and therefore a wife. After his first attempt at marriage ends before he ever sets foot in a church, what he needs more than anything is a respite. He craves time away from matchmaking mamas, giggling debutantes, and society in general... moreShe has no desire for another husband. He is hiding from his responsibility to find a wife. What will it take to change each other’s minds?The Marquess of Boxwood needs an heir, and therefore a wife. After his first attempt at marriage ends before he ever sets foot in a church, what he needs more than anything is a respite. He craves time away from matchmaking mamas, giggling debutantes, and society in general. When his mother invites him to accompany her to a house party, Boxwood decides that a country house filled with silver-haired peers and dowagers sounds like the perfect place to hide in plain sight.Everything is going according to plan, until he is introduced to a young widow with captivating eyes and a quick wit.Grace Hayward, the Dowager Lady Fillmore, has no desire for another husband. Truth be told, she never wanted the first one. As far as she is concerned, being a widow is the best thing to ever happen to her. She would rather live in poverty than tie herself to a man. Or, worse, rejoin the ranks of the nobility.When her aunt convinces her to come out of hiding to join a house party, Grace expects to find nothing but abject boredom. Little does she know that a marquess is about to make her question everything she thinks she knows about the nobility, and men…This Clean & Wholesome Regency Romance novella is sure to touch your heart and make you laugh. less

Jane Wheeler enjoys playing the London debutante as a house guest of the Marchioness of Boxwood. Just as she amused herself the previous fall by playing the lady’s maid for her cousin, then a dowager baroness. But neither role fits the well-connected daughter of a country solicitor. Not really.She longs to find her ideal future. Whatever that looks like.Thomas Simmons would love nothing more than to escape the shadow of his long-dead father... moreJane Wheeler enjoys playing the London debutante as a house guest of the Marchioness of Boxwood. Just as she amused herself the previous fall by playing the lady’s maid for her cousin, then a dowager baroness. But neither role fits the well-connected daughter of a country solicitor. Not really.She longs to find her ideal future. Whatever that looks like.Thomas Simmons would love nothing more than to escape the shadow of his long-dead father. But he has obligations to fulfill and some things feel more important than his conscience. So nothing is likely to change. No matter how much he wishes for it.When a mutual acquaintance throws together the feather-headed debutante and stoic London solicitor, they mix as well as oil and water.Then a chance encounter shows them that there may be more there than meets the eye. And perhaps a chance at a future full of love and laughter.If only they can learn to overcome the past and trust the future. And each other. less

The betrothal is pretend. But what of their feelings? As a widow with young children, Olive Murdock must be in want of a husband. After all, it is her only path to security. Or so her neighbors like to remind her. If only there were men around worth marrying. A good marriage might provide security, but an awful marriage would be worse than being a widow. Olive isn’t sure it’s worth the risk. Hugh Clarke has always planned to marry. He dreams of comfortable evenings with a family of his own... moreThe betrothal is pretend. But what of their feelings? As a widow with young children, Olive Murdock must be in want of a husband. After all, it is her only path to security. Or so her neighbors like to remind her. If only there were men around worth marrying. A good marriage might provide security, but an awful marriage would be worse than being a widow. Olive isn’t sure it’s worth the risk. Hugh Clarke has always planned to marry. He dreams of comfortable evenings with a family of his own. If only his business allowed him time for such personal pursuits. It feels like he’s done nothing but travel and negotiate contracts for the last decade. A chance encounter with his best friend’s widow turns Hugh’s predictable life upside down. A confusing conversation leads to a feigned betrothal and a life that feels just about perfect. If only it were real. This Clean & Wholesome Regency Romance novella is sure to touch your heart and leave a smile on your face. less

She’s known him her entire life. But how well does she really know him?Lady Charlotte Morton does not need or want a husband. A truth which has disappointed countless fortune hunters during her seven Seasons in London. But Lottie has a different plan for her life. After enduring one last marathon of social events, she’ll reach her twenty-fifth birthday, gain control of her inheritance, and retire to the country as a wealthy spinster... moreShe’s known him her entire life. But how well does she really know him?Lady Charlotte Morton does not need or want a husband. A truth which has disappointed countless fortune hunters during her seven Seasons in London. But Lottie has a different plan for her life. After enduring one last marathon of social events, she’ll reach her twenty-fifth birthday, gain control of her inheritance, and retire to the country as a wealthy spinster.The only highlight of Lottie’s otherwise dull existence of waiting is when her favorite childhood friend makes his infrequent appearances in London ballrooms. It is unfortunate that he's turned into a feckless, society leach.In the eyes of the Ton, Edmund Maxwell is the perfect example of a dissolute younger son. He spends his days flitting between house parties, only appearing in London long enough to tease Lady Charlotte and find the next card game. Upholding his reputation can be tiresome, but Edmund finds it a necessary part of maintaining his credentials as a gentleman.As Lottie’s last Season draws to a close, an invitation to a house party gives Lottie the unanticipated chance to see Edmund outside of a ballroom for the first time in years. A fortnight together makes her question everything she thought she knew about her childhood friend.But is the truth about him, and their friendship, enough to make her change her plans?This Clean & Wholesome Regency Romance novella is sure to touch your heart and make you laugh. less