Then the sun went behind a cloud and Otto disappeared and she fell off the swing at its highest point. They both laughed and sang and it was such a lovely sunny day. She was sure if she swung higher her toes would touch the clouds. Otto was making beautiful music with his viola while she swung higher and higher on the rope swing, her silk petticoats billowing out between her long stockinged legs. Commands were barked out at drowsy-eyed stable boys, and carriage wheels spun and slid to an abrupt halt.Īt first Deborah thought it all part of her dream, but the clip-clop of horses’ hooves on uneven stone did not seem possible in the cool of a forest clearing.

Readers’ Favorite International Book Award Finalist Read moreĭeborah woke from a deep sleep to the sounds of a hasty late-night arrival in the cobbled courtyard below her bedchamber window.

Readers’ Favorite Audiobook Silver Medal Winner I unreservedly recommend that you listen to Midnight Marriage.-Lady Wesley, Romantic Historical Reviews audiobook review For those historical romance fans who have been gobsmacked by Nicholas Boulton (as a narrator), I am thrilled to report that Alex Wyndham is every bit as good. Lucinda Brant fully immerses the reader in the world of Georgian England, keeping you turning pages, or listening late into the night as the case may be. Highly recommended! - Fiona Ingram, Readers’ Favorite 5 STAR MEDAL WINNER Twists and turns, dramatic revelations, and some enjoyable chaos make this a book that keeps the reader turning pages. The energy starts on page one and never lets up. SWurman, Night Owl Reviews 5 STAR TOP PICK You will once again be reminded why Lucinda Brant’s books are such a treasure.

Lucinda Brant’s sweeping family sagas are a perfect reminder of why I fell in love with historical romance -Cheryl Bolen, New York Times bestselling author Set in the opulent world of the Georgian aristocracy, Lucinda Brant delivers another lavish 18th century experience in her trademark style-heart-wrenching drama with a happily ever after. The future of the Roxton dukedom depends upon it. Julian’s challenge is to have her accept him on his merit, even though she has no choice at all. Unaware they are already married, Deb is content with her independent life. To his delight, he discovers she is everything he’d hoped for. Inspired by real events, a secretly arranged marriage establishes a dynasty.Īfter years in exile, Julian returns to claim a bride he doesn’t know.

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