When dashing Fitzhenry Lovelace escorted sensible Mary Elizabeth (Mel) Parker to a once in a lifetime meeting with her estranged grandfather, an unexpected romance bloomed that had nothing to do with the old man’s immense wealth. Throwing caution to the wind, she said a wholehearted yes to Fitz. But before they could finalize their nuptials, a family emergency called Fitz away. Then he stopped answering her letters.
Months pass and the Yuletide arrives, and Mel faces the fact that her impetuosity has led to a Dilemma. Worse, word arrives that her ruthless mother is descending upon her with a horrid replacement for Fitz in tow. But when Mel bolts, her meddling cousin plans an unexpected stop on the journey.
Having made a hash of his finances and neglected Mel, Fitz realizes he must make amends with the woman he still loves. But before he can act, she arrives on his doorstep. He soon senses more is amiss with her than just his careless courtship. Can he uncover her secrets and win her back before he loses her altogether?
Originally published in the
Christmas Kisses
Regency Holiday Romance Anthology