Standing before Feldstone Manor, site of so many happy memories, Rose Davenport feels nothing but dread. Her family's annual visit to the stately home was once brightened by her friendship with the earl's youngest son, William, but everything changed the day his elder brother was disinherited and William became heir to his father's earldom. From that moment, William made it clear he has no interest in continuing an acquaintance with Rose. Heartbroken, she sets out to prove that she will simply not be ignored or outdone by the arrogant future lord of the manor.
When his elder brother marries for love, William's entire life changes in an instant. He does not have the same option to marry whom he chooses, and he must let go of the feelings he has harbored for his dear friend Rose. He steels himself against her annual visits, determined to keep his feelings for her a secret. But when he makes the hasty promise to marry within six months, he never dreams that his actions will lead Rose to impulsively undertake the same challenge.

The Roses of Feldstone

Romance

Esther Hatch

Historical

Covenant Communications,Inc.

Grace Sinclair has been callously cast out of her home. And though taken in as an orphaned child by the vicar and his wife, her unsurpassed beauty makes it impossible for her to remain in the vicar's household—with two daughters of their own about to enter Society, the vicar and his wife see Grace as nothing but competition. Thankfully, Grace's estranged Aunt Bell has agreed to take her in to her home in London. But Grace soon learns her situation has just gotten much worse.
It takes only a moment's acquaintance for Grace to ascertain that her aunt has married a detestable rake. And Aunt Bell, recognizing the danger of having her lovely niece too near her husband, gives Grace an ultimatum: the young woman has two weeks to find a man to marry, after which she will be turned out. With no experience in the art of attracting a husband, Grace quickly realizes that a worthy suitor might not be so easy to ensnare.

A Proper Scandal (Proper Scandals)

Covenant Communications

A Proper Scandal

Christmas at Falstone Castle by Sarah M. Eden
The Dowager Duchess of Kielder eagerly anticipates spending Christmas with her son and his family. Though their relationship has been strained, the duchess is determined to heal the chasm. Even with the help of the widowed local vicar, her plan will take a Christmas miracle. But during this magical season, anything is possible . . . even two second chances for love.
The Heart of Christmas by Anita Stansfield
When a chance meeting brings together a gentle seamstress and a widowed banker, each lonely soul finds a first hint of hope. As their lives become entwined, it will take Christmas spirit to guide a broken family to love and healing.
'Tis the Season to Be Daring by Esther Hatch
Elizabeth Davenport has had quite enough of the London Season. Determined to evade a parade of unsuitable suitors, she seeks help from the one gentleman who has no regard for Society's rules. All of Society knows Lord Hawthorne is not interested in marriage, yet he cannot deny Miss Davenport's unique charm. And as the Christmas season works its magic, their charade begins to feel less like playacting and more like love.
The Christmas Dress by Joanna Barker
Seamstress Nell Addington is thrilled when her childhood friend Jacob Hammond commissions a dress for his sister. But when Nell realizes her feelings for Jacob run far deeper than friendship, an unexpected snowstorm—and some holiday cheer—may convince them both that love is worth fighting for.

All Hearts Come Home For Christmas

Anita Stansfield

Sarah M. Eden

Joanna Barker

Review\n"Chock full of dreamy heroes, touching stories, and delightful humor, Ms. Hatch s books remind us why we read romance in the first place." --Jennifer Moore, Whitney Award winning author\n"Delightfully funny and charmingly romantic, Esther Hatch is a fantastic new voice in the historical genre. An author not to be missed!" --Joanna Barker, author Otherwise Engaged\nA Victorian Historical Romance 
Lady Patience Kendrick was born to a life of privilege, and with the London Season looming, she finds herself facing unprecedented pressure to adhere to the rules of society. Unfortunately, the free-spirited young woman is anything but proper. Patience's elder brother, a former military man, bemoans his sister's antics but when he accuses her of incurable frivolity, it is simply more than she can bear. Determined to prove her brother wrong, Patience undertakes a drastic experiment: she will disguise herself as a maid and demonstrate her ability to work as hard as anyone. 
Taken on as household staff by her brother's former general, Patience soon learns that willingness and ability are two very different things. While her plan sounded promising in theory, the reality is that she is out of her depth and the irresistibly charming son of the house isn't helping matters. Patience soon finds herself embroiled in a charade far more complicated than she imagined. With both her pride and her heart at stake, she is determined to prove her brother wrong even as her plans spiral delightfully out of control.

A Proper Charade (Proper Scandals)

A Proper Charade

Product Description 
"A scheme to keep suitors at bay fuels the love between an enterprising railroad owner and a reclusive rogue in this solid Victorian romance from Hatch"Publishers Weekly 
His scandals were right on track until she derailed everything. 
As the successful owner of multiple railroad lines, Diana Barton is all too accustomed to fending off suitors seeking to stake their claim on her wealth. In order to keep the wolves at bay, Diana has contrived the perfect plan: appeal to the most notorious rake in London, the Baron Lord Bryant, to ruin her reputation and scare off the worst of the time wasters. The ruse will be no hardship she's secretly been fascinated by the man for years. 
 Lord Bryant is well aware of his questionable reputation. Indeed, he has cultivated the image carefully, and the last thing he wants is a wife. But when he's approached by the younger sister of a business associate, he tells her in no uncertain terms that he cannot help. However, when he sees for himself what she is up against, Bryant grudgingly offers his assistance. Faced with his most complicated entanglement yet, Bryant is firm in his conditions and Diana knows that to get romantically involved with Bryant would spell certain heartbreak. But as the counterfeit couple grow ever closer, the line between truth and lies becomes blurred, threatening both Lord Bryant's well-laid plans and the future of Diana's railroad business. 
 Review 
In Esther Hatch’s endearing romance A Proper Scoundrel, a railroad owner and a notorious rogue fake a relationship, only to find the seeds of love. Diana is the successful owner of two railroad lines with plans of opening more. The main obstacle is her unceasing cavalcade of suitors, most of whom hope to claim her wealth after marriage. In a flash of inspiration, Diana realizes that, if she ruins her reputation, no man will want her, leaving her free to conduct business. Diana decides to turn to the legendary rogue Lord Bryant, who’s known for leaving a trail of ruined reputations across London. Bryant is proud of his notoriety. His image has been honed and cultivated, and he wears it like armor. A trauma in his past broke him, leaving him closed off to any possible future romance. Diana proves to be a balm for his soul. Bryant finds himself warming to the headstrong woman who refuses to fall for his charm. The two engage in a relationship that kindles as a friendship, but begins to evolve into something deeper. The book is populated by engaging characters, including Bryant’s elderly butler, who’s eager to help his master, and Diana’s precocious young nephews, who force her to voice a storybook. Bryant’s backstory is difficult, but the couple’s fast-firing, witty banter outshines his angst. His legacy as a reputation defiler proves to be grounded in a heartfelt attempt to prevent others from enduring the pain he’s suffered. Diana believes she’s using him to scare men away, but he’s eager to do that for women in similar positions. The chasteness and grounded warmth of their connection injects an emotional tone that is echoed in the book’s hopeful closing chapter. 
 A Proper Scoundrel is a clean romance with deep-seated warmth and heart. --Foreword ReviewsI found A Proper Scoundrel by Esther Hatch to be everything the book description said and more. This book is the perfect example of a romantic historical Christian novel. A Proper Scoundrel has all of the elements needed to make this book a number one winner. Esther Hatch has given us characters that are impossible not to like, a plot that keeps moving forward, and she has a really good fix on the events and times of the day. To tell you more would reveal too much of the story that you must read for yourself and enjoy. I highly recommend A Proper Scoundrel to fans of historical romances. --Readers' Favorite Five-Star ReviewA new favorite for historical romance lovers, “A Proper Scoundrel” is as delightful as it is unexpected. Straying from many

A Proper Scoundrel (Proper Scandals)

A Proper Scoundrel

"All four stories deliver witty exchanges, personal growth, and holiday goodness in spades. Readers looking for wholesome Christmas reading will be pleased." -Publishers Weekly 
Spend the holidays with four of your favorite historical romance authors, whose stories of Yuletide romance will brighten the season with humor, hope, and the promise of true love. 
“The Holly and the Ivy” by Sarah M. Eden 
As nursemaid to the eight-year-old Duke of Kielder, Robbie will spend her holidays with her young charge as a guest of Lord and Lady Jonquil. While the couple makes the child’s holiday magical, the handsome gardener works his own magic on Nurse Robbie’s heart. 
“Hiding Christmas” by Esther Hatch 
Celebrating Christmas in Scotland will only invite persecution. But that never stopped Kirstine’s English grandmother. When they are almost caught, Kirstine is forced to beg for the help of the one man she cannot abide. 
“A Twist of Christmas” by Dana LeCheminant 
A Christmas house party offers two members of the ton an irresistible opportunity: a weekend of anonymity. But their charade comes with unexpected romantic consequences. 
“A Season to Love” by Anneka R. Walker 
Alice Hunt is searching for a Christmas miracle: a husband of her choosing. With the threat of an arranged marriage looming, she looks to an unlikely matchmaker for help.

The Holly and the Ivy

Anneka R. Walker

Dana LeCheminant

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