At the End of the Day
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Having been a charge nurse at St. Anne's Hospital for some time, Julia Mitchell had trouble accepting the arrogant, domineering attitude of Professor van der Wagema. But once she got to know him, an entirely different man emerged, one she had difficulty disliking! Yet how could her heart betray her when she already had Nigel? Besides, what hope was there for her, since the professor's heart was already promised to another.
Never the Time and the Place
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
How could he be so handsome, and yet so cold? Ward Sister Josephine Dowling was heartbroken over the end of her engagement, but how could she marry a man she didn't really love? What she didn't expect, though, was to have to cope with her tears and the arrogant attitude of the brilliant Dr. Julius van Tacx. He seemed to make a habit of finding her just when she was feeling, and looking, her worst. And when he was at his most handsome.
A Girl Named Rose
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Blossoming into Love… Through pure chance, Rose met Sybren Werdmer ter Sane, one of the most eminent surgeons in Holland. Their accidental encounter led to a job for Rose, nursing Sybren's godson. She loved everything about her new life…including Sybren! But surely such an important man wouldn't have time to take an interest in her. Yet what Rose didn't realize was that she had the gift of love, and it touched everyone around her-even hardhearted surgeons.
Tangled Autumn & The Edge of Winter
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Discover two classic romances from fan-favorite author Betty Neels.
Tangled Autumn:
Anxious to leave London and her cheating ex-fiancé behind, Sappha Devenish jumps at the chance of a job in Scotland. And if the scenery won't take her mind off her heartbreak, then gorgeous but brooding Dutch doctor Rolf van Duyren will! But how will the object of her affection react when her ex makes an unexpected return?
The Edge of Winter:
Araminta Shaw is beginning to think her run-ins with the guarded Dr. Crispin van Sibbelt are fated. And when he helps her care for a sick relative, she can't help but fall into the attractive physician's arms. Only, with marriage on the horizon, to Araminta's dismay it seems that Crispin has a secret that could stand in the way of their happiness…
Sister Peters in Amsterdam
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Sister Adelaide Peters was surprised, but also very proud and excited, to have been chosen to represent her hospital in a new exchange scheme. It meant she'd be spending a year in Holland. Adelaide was determined to do her best, and she more than succeeded! She adored Holland, liked her colleagues and even mastered some of the language. She also unexpectedly, and disastrously, fell in love with her new boss. But Professor Coenraad van Essen was clearly out of her league.
Not Once But Twice
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
It was more than a family matter. Dr. Duert ter Brandt disapproved of Christina's relationship with his brother, Adam, and he made sure they both knew it. True, he didn't stop Chrissy from coming to Holland to work near Adam. Still, he made it clear that her infatuation was not in the best interest of his hospital. But maybe he had other, hidden, reasons for hoping that Chrissy would give up her notion of love at first sight.
A Girl in a Million
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
"I'm not aware that I am restricted in my actions by anyone or anything." Arrogant, rich and devastatingly attractive, Marius van Houben was the sort of man who was used to getting his own way. He certainly wasn't prepared for Caroline's plainspoken, commonsense approach. After all, as a student nurse, both qualities were an asset, if only Marius thought the same!
Tabitha in Moonlight
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Her Prince Charming? Sister Tabitha was an efficient nurse, but when it came to matters of the heart she was less sure of herself. So when she fell in love, she had no idea how to deal with her feelings. Was that why the Dutch surgeon Marius van Beek called her Cinderella? If only Marius would ride up on a white horse and ask for her hand in marriage. But people lived happily ever after only in fairy tales, didn't they?
The Fateful Bargain
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
They had made a binding arrangement, Dutch surgeon Sebastian van Tecqx had offered Emily's father the chance to have a life-changing operation. But favors don't come cheap, and the doctor expected something in return. It wasn't hard for Emily to exchange her drab nurse's lodgings for Sebastian's luxurious home, but how could Emily stop herself from falling in love with her charismatic employer? Especially once Sebastian made it clear that marriage was not part of the bargain.
Wish with the Candles
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Emma Hastings was a splendid theater sister, and the devastatingly handsome Dutch surgeon Justin Teylingen was certainly aware of her talents. During his visit to her hospital, Justin had gained the greatest respect and admiration for Emma, but that wasn't quite the same as feeling love, and Emma knew it was love that she wanted from Justin. But why would he see her as anything more than an efficient colleague when far prettier girls were his for the asking?
Paradise for Two
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Prudence Makepeace had a soft heart, and so she readily gave up her own plans in order to escort her godmother to Holland. Once there, Prudence found the country and the Dutch people charming, with one exception, the overbearing Dr. Haso ter Brons Huizinga. As infuriating as the man was, sparks flew whenever they met, and Prudence couldn't deny a certain attraction to him. But why was she fretting over Haso? After all, he was about to get married. Little did Prudence know that the doctor's wedding plans weren't quite finalized. There was still the small matter of his intended bride.
The Course of True Love
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
She didn't know the rules of engagement… Getting engaged to Marc van Borsele was the last thing Claribel wanted. Marc was the most annoying and exasperating man she had ever met! But, as the engagement was only pretense and she did owe Marc a favor, Claribel agreed. She soon discovered that make-believe can come true, even if you don't want it to! Before she knew it, Claribel found herself head over heels in love with her pretend fiancé. The course of true love never did run smooth…
No Need to Say Goodbye
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Could it only ever be a dream? Dr. Aldo van der Linden would make a marvelous husband-Louise was certain of that. Before he'd involved himself in her family's affairs, Louise hadn't considered the doctor as anything more than a work colleague. But now that she had lost her job, she had plenty of time to think about him-his charm, kindness, splendid good looks. The young nurse knew she was the last woman on earth Aldo would propose to, but she couldn't help wondering what it would be like to be Mrs. van der Linden.
Winter of Change
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
He was her guardian angel. At twenty-one, Mary Jane Pettigrew was perfectly capable of looking after herself, but it came as quite a surprise to discover she had inherited a large house and an income to go with it. There was, of course, a catch, and his name was Fabian van der Blocq. Mr. van der Blocq had been appointed her guardian. She couldn't even marry without his consent! Mary Jane was determined not to let Fabian have it all his own way, but that was easier said than done!
The Chain of Destiny
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
He was the last man, Suzannah Lightfoot was alone in the world, without a job or the means to support herself. So when Guy Bowers-Bentinck came to the rescue, she had to accept his help. Guy was hardly a knight in shining armor. He was arrogant, infuriating and bad tempered! He was also difficult to avoid. Even worse, he seemed to have assumed that Suzannah was about to join the ranks of all those females wanting to marry him. What was a girl to do? Make a run for it?
A Match For Sister Maggy
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Who was the bride to be? Sister Maggy MacFergus was tall, and she had discovered that most men found this off-putting, but not Dr. Paul Doelsma. So when the doctor offered Maggy a nursing job in Holland, she took it. There was something special about him, and it wasn't just his height! Yet she was sensible enough to realize that he would never return her feelings, after all, Paul had said he'd already chosen himself a wonderful wife. But who was the lucky girl?
The Magic of Living
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Arabella Birch had a less than happy introduction to Holland when she became involved in a road accident. It seemed destined that the first person on the scene should be Dr. Gideon van der Vorst, who took charge of the situation, and Arabella, in a very commanding way. When Arabella found herself involved professionally with the imposing doctor, she began to wonder if destiny had known what it was doing. Once her glamorous cousin Hilary caught sight of Gideon, it would be no use falling in love with him.
A Dream Came True
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
After her parents' deaths, and her brother's departure for America, Jemima had no choice but to make a new life for herself. Since she wasn't trained for anything, that wasn't going to be easy. On the whole, she realized she had been very lucky to be taken on as companion-help to Lady Manderly, yet Jemima knew that her life was somehow unsatisfactory, and she felt unfulfilled. Such thoughts might, of course, have something to do with Lady Manderly's nephew-Professor Alexander Cator!
Tangled Autumn
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
She wanted a complete break. Sappha Devenish jumped at the chance of a job in Scotland after her romance with Andrew went wrong. The change in scenery took Sappha's mind off her heartbreak, and the presence of the often infuriating but very attractive Dr. van Duyren was also a nice distraction. But with Andrew's unexpected return, Sappha found herself entangled in the past once more!
Wedding Bells for Beatrice
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
"You should marry again." Beatrice sympathized with Gijs van der Eekerk. A widower with a small child and a busy medical career needed someone to make sure his domestic life ran smoothly. What she hadn't counted on was his decision to offer her the position. As his wife, she would have a comfortable lifestyle and everything that money could buy. But what was that, if Gijs couldn't offer her what she truly wanted -- love?
A Secret Infatuation
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
A country upbringing has taught her to be practical, not to cherish romantic dreams about tall, handsome strangers! But a chance encounter one misty day in spring changes all that. Eminent surgeon Aderik Rijnma ter Salis is a very special man. He makes Eugenie's life seem brighter and full of exciting possibilities! But with the gorgeous Saphira at his side, could Aderik's feelings for Eugenie ever be more than strictly professional?
The Gemel Ring
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
She thought he was too big for his boots! Sister Charity Dawson loved her job, but there was one problem. Like the other members of St. Simon's nursing staff, she had to put up with the arrogant Dr. Everard van Tijlen. When Charity discovered that the distinguished doctor's exorbitant fees funded a playboy lifestyle, she hit the roof. Everard might have an engagingly boyish smile, but he needed to be taken down a peg or two. And Charity knew just how to do it!
A Star Looks Down
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Professor Alexander van Zeust's sister was ill, and her four young children needed someone to care for them. He asked Beth Partridge, kind, capable, sensible Beth, to watch them for a week. She did a fantastic job, so one week extended to two, and then longer. The professor was happy, the children loved Beth and their mother knew they were in good hands. Everyone was happy, except Beth. She had fallen in love with her aloof employer, but he wasn't likely to be interested in her. Beth wanted to return to her hospital job and escape all the emotional turmoil, but how could she when the children needed her?
An Apple From Eve
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
Considering she didn't like him very much, Doctor Tane van Diederijk seemed to pop up in Euphemia's life quite a lot. But beggars couldn't be choosers. Euphemia had been left with debts to pay and a big house she couldn't afford to keep. Tane offered the only workable solution to her problems, he would become Euphemia's tenant. However difficult it might be, Euphemia was going to have to grit her teeth and bear it. After all, Tane might grow on her, in time.
Visiting Consultant
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
She was certain of one thing, Sophy's relationship with the attractive Dutch surgeon Maximillan Oosterwelde was of the blow-hot-blow-cold variety. He might be unsure of his feelings for her, but one thing she knew for sure, in her heart, Sophy did not want any "blow cold" at all!
Esmeralda
Part of the Best of Betty Neels series
She was a most unlikely bride, Esmeralda Jones was a sweet and pretty girl, easy to love. But sadly, she had always felt invisible to the opposite sex. Esmeralda often blamed her lack of romantic adventures on the impaired foot she had struggled with since childhood. So when the brilliant surgeon Thimo Bamstra offered to cure her, she was over the moon and quickly accepted. Much to her surprise, Thimo also managed to mend her broken heart. Esmeralda had never imagined marriage as part of her future, but now she could dream of little else.