Road To Romance

She yearns to be loved, while he cannot pine for an emotion he has never known. Lucas Carter, Viscount Millington, only son of a centuries-old family, must marry soon. He wants nothing like his parents' unbearable relationship. Refreshingly candid and straightforward, Lady Emma Brenham has resigned herself to spinsterhood after attending three seasons in London without securing an offer. While wearing a mask of indifference, she secretly longs for an adoring husband and children of her own. A chance meeting and formal introduction in Brighton lead to shared moments of comradery, triggering heartfelt sensations and fervent attraction. However, a shadow is cast over the dawn of their relationship by a desperate man who has other plans for Lady Emma.

Lady Sophia Hampton is an imposter. Deception and pretense have ruled her social interactions with gentlemen after she made a life-altering decision at sixteen. Outraged by the scarcity of suitors, her parents insist she visit her aunt in Berkshire. Upon the death of his father, Sir Edward Collins takes the responsibility of land ownership seriously, planning to adopt new methods to improve crop production. Refusing to trust his judgment, his mother advises him to instead concentrate on finding a suitable lady to marry. Could an unfortunate accident provide Sophia and Edward the opportunity to develop a relationship that brings them both confidence and happiness?

Miss Camille Collins thinks of Frederick, Lord Surd, as her champion and steadfast friend since he rescued her at fourteen. A few years later, learning of his intention to court her, she rebuffs him, but sentimental memories of happy, shared experiences make Camille question her hasty reaction. Anxious to understand the reason for her refusal, Frederick jumps at the chance to join Camille in Bath. Can Frederick and Camille recapture their promising relationship, or will false impressions spoil the prospect of everlasting love?

During her annual spring visit to relatives, Miss Ellen Cather is dismayed to learn her aunt intends to use her matchmaking skills to locate suitable, worthy gentlemen for her and her cousin to marry. Mr. John Rudder agreed to join an acquaintance, Mr. Henry Stanhope, in Bristol as part of his rowing team when one of the crew is injured. They encounter Miss Cather and her relatives shortly after arriving in town. Ellen met both men at a summer house party over a year ago. Observing her aunt's enthusiastic reaction to them, Ellen becomes uncomfortably aware she has determined they are perfect candidates for prospective husbands. Can profound emotions vanquish an accomplished matchmaker's schemes?