Jennifer V Genhessis

Isabelle Thompson never imagined her new life in London would begin with babysitting. After catching her fiancé with her best friend, starting over is her only option. When she sees a live-in nanny ad, she applies without thinking twice. How hard can it be to look after a seven-year-old? Alexander Blake is a successful architect and single father since Sophie’s mother walked out. His résumé is filled with resignations for “severe emotional distress.” Sophie has perfected making nannies run. When Isabelle shows up with an optimistic smile and flawless references, Alexander hires her. Izzy needs to stay afloat. Alex just wants someone who won’t leave. And Sophie… no one quite knows what she wants. But one thing is certain: they all deserve a second chance.

When Francis Northcliff, better known as the Prince of England, began attending ballrooms in search of a suitable wife, he never imagined he’d fall in love in the middle of a park the exact moment a girl with outrageously orange hair landed on top of him. Odelle Williams, still learning how to navigate high society, knew her reputation was ruined the second she found herself sprawled over His Royal Highness. What she doesn’t know is that the moment that mortified her completely… utterly enchanted him. While Odelle tries to stay out of the spotlight and move past the scandal to find a husband, Francis will make sure to stay close, determined to find out if she could be a good princess… and, most importantly, a worthy companion for his otherwise dull life.

Brooke Hayes had her life under control, until her boyfriend, Ethan Montgomery, left to pursue a medical specialty abroad. What he never found out was that, on the very same day, she discovered she was pregnant. Five years later, Brooke’s entire world revolves around her daughter, Ava. But when a sudden fever sends them to the hospital, she comes face-to-face with Ethan again and the moment he starts doing the math is written all over his face. Now, with the truth knocking at the door, Brooke must deal with a far-too-observant doctor and a four-year-old daughter who has no filter… and no mercy.

Zalika Pemberton has had enough. Enough of the sighs and whispered rumors surrounding the enigmatic Earl of Suffolk, a man most people have never even met. To her, such mystery can only mean one thing: he must be an arrogant, unpleasant monster. Jacob Daft knows his arrival in London will cause a stir, but he has only one goal in mind: to fulfill his duty by finding a wife and securing his lineage. However, his first appearance in society brings an unexpected surprise when he overhears a young lady criticizing him without the slightest restraint. Zalika never imagined her words would reach the earl’s ears. And Jacob never thought he would enjoy proving her wrong quite so much, even if it means provoking the only woman who seems utterly immune to his name.

Emmaline Carter has tasted the sweet side of love with Blaise Lemaire, yet she will have to face its bitter pain when he returns to London after a long absence, not alone, but with his fiancée. Heartbroken, Emma believes all is lost, convinced she has let the best years of her life slip away waiting for a man who broke his promise. Determined to move forward, she sets out to live her life and find happiness. But fate will unexpectedly place Lowell Bailey in her path, a wealthy and charming viscount who will faithfully remain by her side, ready to help her forget her lost love.

Jenna Varlay has harbored a platonic crush on Nikolai Hackett, her brother’s best friend. One night, in the midst of a drunken moment, she decides to confess her love, only to see him kissing another woman. In that instant, she chooses to hold back and keep her feelings to herself. Years later, at Nikolai’s wedding, Jenna can’t help but think that the slightest hope of being with him will be buried forever once he accepts that woman as his wife. However, the bride never arrives, and Jenna begins to wonder if this is a sign to take advantage of Niko’s sudden singlehood. Following the words of her friend, “now or never,” she will try to win over her platonic love, determined not to give up along the way.

Florence Johnson, daughter of the Marquis of Ailesbury, was entering her third season. After two years of successful proposals and politely turning down several gentlemen, she expected this year to be no different, until she met Connor Harrison, Earl of Westmorland and future Duke of Kent. Connor had no intention of marrying and planned to attend the balls only to please his mother. Yet he encountered the sweet Lady Florence, the only woman seemingly uninterested in his fortune or charm, which wounded his pride. In trying to win her over, he realized he liked her far more than he expected, though the idea of giving up his treasured bachelorhood was harder than he imagined.