Meredith Bond - An Affair of Hearts
An Affair of Hearts
Meredith Bond
Description
Can the Ladies’ Wagering Whist Society turn back the clock to restore the reputation of a lady maligned?The lovely, kind Elizabeth, the Countess St. Vincent, is determined to re-enter Regency society now that she is widowed. Despite the years that have passed since her fiasco of a debut, one man still remembers and resurrects old rumors. With her reputation destroyed, so are her hopes. Can a newfound friend be the key to burying the past before the season ends?Charles Aldridge is a watchmaker and businessman fighting to protect a centuries-old industry threatened with extinction. But he is distracted from his quest when he is dragged into the troubles of the beguiling Lady St. Vincent. Every chivalrous bone in his body insists he do all he can to help her. Yet, following his heart may mean jeopardizing his life’s mission.The Ladies’ Wagering Whist Society will have to play a clever hand to settle this Affair of Hearts… before time runs out.