Tag: closed door romance
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Cozy Mystery Book Review: Mayhem on the Marzipan Express by Rebecca Connolly
A charming, laugh-out-loud cozy mystery set aboard a baking-themed train tour, this story blends a clever whodunit with irresistible humor, adorable baking banter, and a delightfully awkward romance between Claire and the introverted, utterly devoted Jonny. With a well-paced mystery, heartfelt insecurities, and a couple you can’t help but root for, it’s the kind of…
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Historical Romance Book Review: A Madcap Arrangement by Laura Beers
In “A Madcap Arrangement,” Theodosia becomes the unwitting bait for Lord Wilton, who seeks revenge for his sister. Their journey unfolds amidst emotional struggles, revealing a bond forged through conflict and personal growth. This passionate tale proves that true love, tested by adversity, emerges stronger and ultimately rewarding.
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The Seamstress and the Pea: A Cozy Fairytale Retelling
The Seamstress and the Pea by Megan Rose Walker is a charming retelling of The Princess and the Pea, featuring Eleanor, a hardworking seamstress. She navigates royal intrigue and unexpected romance with Prince James while challenging class assumptions. This cozy romantasy explores love, self-worth, and character growth in a whimsical medieval setting.
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Rediscover Joy with Once Upon a Christmas Carol by Melody Carlson
Once Upon a Christmas Carol by Melody Carlson tells the story of Carol Langstrom, who despises Christmas due to her past. A trip to escape the holiday leads her to an unexpected snowy Michigan, where she reconnects with family and finds healing and joy. This gentle novella embodies second chances and holiday spirit.
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Not Exactly Mr. Darcy: A Modern Love Story Inspired by Austen
Not Exactly Mr. Darcy by Carolyn Miller is a contemporary romance inspired by Pride and Prejudice, featuring Olivia Bennett, who helps her grandmother in a small English village. As she restores Hartbury Hall, she encounters the brooding Liam Browne. Their evolving relationship explores themes of history, healing, and transformation through love.
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Review of Don’t Forget to Write by Laura DiTieri
“Don’t Forget to Write” by Laura DiTieri is an evocative historical romance that captures the bittersweet journey of Trudy Kirchberger, torn between societal expectations and her true desires. Set in the 1960s, it explores profound themes of love, autonomy, and sacrifice, reminding us that true love is worth the struggle, even amid heartbreak.
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Emma Knightley: Regency Sleuth in Murder at Donwell Abbey
There’s something so comforting about stepping back into Highbury—especially when the familiar charm of Jane Austen’s world is paired with a deliciously twisty murder mystery. Vanessa Kelly’s Murder at Donwell Abbey brings Emma Knightley and her ever-steady husband, George, back to center stage in a story filled with family upheaval, social tension, and a mystery…
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Discover Love in Arizona: And the Mountains in Reply Review
To Love a Baron by Laura Beers is a poignant Regency romance focusing on trauma and healing. It follows Dorothea and Dominic, two wounded souls navigating love amidst uncertainty. As they confront their pasts, their relationship evolves through emotional honesty and resilience, making it a compelling tale of second chances and personal growth.
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A Daughter’s Guide to Mothers and Murder: Cozy Historical Mystery Unveiled
There is nothing quite like slipping back into a familiar historical mystery series—especially when the couple at the center feels like old friends you can trust to solve any scandal that crosses their path. A Daughter’s Guide to Mothers and Murders delivers that exact charm.
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To Love a Baron: A Story of Love and Resilience
To Love a Baron by Laura Beers is a poignant Regency romance focusing on trauma and healing. It follows Dorothea and Dominic, two wounded souls navigating love amidst uncertainty. As they confront their pasts, their relationship evolves through emotional honesty and resilience, making it a compelling tale of second chances and personal growth.
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