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Blurb
Miss Philippa Selverton is given an ultimatum: marry a rich man or become a companion to her aunt. Pippa can no longer be a burden to her impoverished family, and she would prefer to marry rather than become an unpaid servant. The problem is her heart already belongs to a penniless viscount.
After his father’s financial mismanagement, Lord Tristan Camberwick’s estate is failing. Despite the viscount’s best efforts to improve his income, it seems he has no choice but to find a rich wife. Unfortunately, Tristan’s heart only wants Philippa.
An invitation to a Christmas house party should allow Pippa and Tristan to find wealthy spouses. But how can they court a suitable partner when the only one they want stands across the room looking back?
Series Blurb
In a glittering Season of Invitations, society’s most sought-after house parties open their doors to dukes, debutantes, and dangerous secrets. From elegant estates to intimate country gatherings, each invitation promises scandal, temptation, and unexpected romance, with stories ranging from clean to gently steamy, where whispered wagers, hidden pasts, and carefully arranged matches may lead not to ruin, but to love.
Series Link: Season of Invitations (11 book series) Kindle Edition
Universal Link
https://books2read.com/A-Christmas-Miracle-BiancaWhite
Excerpt
“What do you mean—become a governess?”
Miss Selverton fiddled with her shears. “I did not intend…” She looked up. “If I do not find a husband, I plan to become a governess instead of a companion.”
“You cannot do that! You are far too beau—” Dear Lord, he must learn to hold his tongue in her presence. He cleared his throat and said, “You are far too kind-hearted to be a governess. Others may take advantage of you.” Some randy cove, a lusty lord or his wastrel offspring, may abuse his power over her and—his fists clenched at the possibility that she would be alone and unprotected.
Miss Selverton snipped at more trailing ivy. “Unfortunately, I have few options. Mr Abernathy is respectable, and I cannot afford to be fastidious.”
“You do not care for him, then.” The tension in his chest eased, and he leaned against the tree. “You deserve better.”
“It does not matter that I do not care for him. I find him excellent company, and I am certain we will grow to be friends in time.”
“Friends,” he muttered. “Do you mean friends like we are friends?”
“This is a pointless conversation, Lord Camberwick.” Miss Selverton moved on to the next holly bush. “We must both marry someone rich. Perhaps it is best that we do not continue as friends.”
“Do you expect me to watch you be courted by another?”
“Yes.” She paused her pruning. “I must do the same for you. What else is there to be done? If you have found any alternative solutions to our problem, then, by all means, offer your suggestions.”
He stepped towards her.
She raised her chin in defiance.
They were too close, but his feet must have become tangled in the undergrowth, for they would not move. His gaze dropped from her deep-brown eyes to the pink tip of her delicate nose, then to her plump lips. What would they taste like? Every fibre in his being craved their touch. Drawn by the tempting flesh, he leaned closer.
“Hurrah!”
They jerked backwards at the cry.
Another voice rang through the trees. “We have found it!”
Tristan’s breath spread in wispy plumes before him. “I apologise.” He willed his pounding heart to calm.
Miss Selverton only nodded and headed towards the cries of merriment.
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About the Author
Bianca White will sweep you into her character-driven stories featuring witty banter and immersive historical details.
Her degree in history means she enjoys researching her novels too much and regularly gets lost down a rabbit hole. Her ‘research’ is often used as an excuse to drag members of her family around every stately home and castle wherever they go. Nothing can keep her away from a historical fashion exhibition.
When not writing, Bianca feeds her own romance addiction. She loves stories with droll dialogue, endearing rogues and determined heroines. If you love those too, then you’re in for a treat.
Bianca lives in Yorkshire, UK, with her husband and two children.
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