Love Hidden in the Earl’s Garden: a Historical Regency Romance Novel

Miss Emma Arden has always cherished her quiet, independent life on the outskirts of London, devoted to learning about healing, botany and knowledge far beyond what society expects of her. That is until Nicholas Courteney, a charming man, enters her world- and then suddenly disappears just as quickly, making her lose her faith in love…When Oliver Courteney, the stern and commanding Earl of Mistwood, learns that Emma could be ruined by scandal after his cousin’s sudden disappearance, he steps in to protect her honor. As he shields her from society by offering himself as her husband, he notices her courage and kindness, and despite his initial resentment, he cannot deny his growing attraction…At Mistwood Manor, Emma and Oliver must navigate Nicholas’s shocking return, secrets that could ruin them both, and their intense and undeniable feelings. Can their bond survive deception and danger, or will outside forces tear them apart before love has a true chance?”Love Hidden in the Earl’s Garden” is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.Tropes: Marriage of Convenience, Brooding Hero, Enemies to Lovers