Bachelors of Blackstone's

A reluctant guardian. A resolute spinster. A battle of wills destined to unravel into love. Edward Halstead expected peace and quiet, not guardianship. But when his fallen comrade's daughter becomes his responsibility, his bachelor sanctuary at Briarwood House is soon invaded by a bright, headstrong young lady and her even more formidable aunt. Miss Felicity Price has spent years protecting her niece from the world's indifference, and she has no intention of leaving Daphne in the hands of a stoic, tightly buttoned gentleman who mistakes duty for affection. If Edward believes he can simply provide a roof, a chaperone, and a swift march to the altar, he is about to meet his match. What begins as a clash of philosophies becomes something far more complicated. Beneath their sparring over curfews, suitors, propriety, and the proper amount of sugar in a tea tray, Felicity and Edward discover an inconvenient pull of their own. As Daphne's debut approaches and Edward's past resurfaces in unexpected ways, both guardian and aunt must face what they truly want, for the girl they love and for themselves. Filled with sparkling banter, slow-growing tenderness, and mature characters who deserve a second chance at happiness, A Bachelor's Lessons in Love works beautifully as part of the Bachelors of Blackstone series or entirely on its own. Slip on your headphones, settle in, and let this charming Regency romance sweep you away. Your next favorite love story begins here.

He's a professional. She's an amateur. There can be only one victor... Bird enthusiast Lark Fernside will stop at nothing to prove she has a place in the male-dominated, bird-observing community. When the chance comes to prove her worth by joining an excursion across England, she jumps at the chance-especially when she discovers that famed naturalist Henry Branok will be joining the trip, as well. Lark has heard tales of his impressive travels and hopes to receive advice on how to become a better observer. However, when she meets him, she is quickly unimpressed with his arrogant words and behavior and learns the hard truth that one should never meet one's heroes-even if they are devastatingly handsome. Henry Branok hadn't meant to sound arrogant. He'd only wanted to impress the gorgeous Miss Fernside with tales of the birds he'd seen around the world. Anxious to make up for his behavior, he swiftly issues a challenge to allow her to showcase her own talents: whomever ends the excursion with the most birds recorded takes the title of "Best Bird Observer in England." To his joy and admiration, Miss Fernside swiftly accepts his challenge, and the two embark on a months-long adventure, both desperate to take the title. Along the way, they are adamant that neither of them has time for romance in their lives, as observing birds is their one true love. But when they begin to observe each other in their own natural habitats and the cages fall down from around their hearts, they have to decide for themselves if love really is just for the birds. Love is for the Birds is a clean, Regency romance, featuring rivals, forced proximity, and swoony moments.

Fortune brought him back to England. Misfortune brought them together. Cecily Bradshaw has despised Nash Markham since before they met. His captivating smile and overdone charms might blind others from the insufferable tease he is, but not Cecily. Only once, in the naïveté of youth, did her resolve momentarily falter, and she is determined it will never happen again. Especially not when, years after their first meeting, Nash returns to England a wealthier and even more devastatingly handsome gentleman than when he left. Nash Markham has always been a man of remarkable good fortune, except where it concerns Cecily. It is not that he dislikes his fiery adversary, for he finds her utterly intriguing and an absolute delight to vex, but upon his return from India, she seems to have determined that he is the most tiresome man in all of England. No, in all the world over. But when Nash's luck takes a drastic and sudden downturn, it is Cecily he must rely on to help him restore his reputation before all he's built is lost. As reliance gives way to a mutual affinity, the adversaries question if their match of misfortune is actually a fortuitous stroke of luck or if it will ultimately prove their downfall. ***** A Match of Misfortune is a sweet, kisses-only Regency romance with lots of laughs and swoon. The Bachelors of Blackstone's series can be enjoyed in any order.

Fortune brought him back to England. Misfortune brought them together. Cecily Bradshaw has despised Nash Markham since before they met. His captivating smile and overdone charms might blind others from the insufferable tease he is, but not Cecily. Only once, in the naïveté of youth, did her resolve momentarily falter, and she is determined it will never happen again. Especially not when, years after their first meeting, Nash returns to England a wealthier and even more devastatingly handsome gentleman than when he left. Nash Markham has always been a man of remarkable good fortune, except where it concerns Cecily. It is not that he dislikes his fiery adversary, for he finds her utterly intriguing and an absolute delight to vex, but upon his return from India, she seems to have determined that he is the most tiresome man in all of England. No, in all the world over. But when Nash's luck takes a drastic and sudden downturn, it is Cecily he must rely on to help him restore his reputation before all he's built is lost. As reliance gives way to a mutual affinity, the adversaries question if their match of misfortune is actually a fortuitous stroke of luck or if it will ultimately prove their downfall. ***** A Match of Misfortune is a sweet, kisses-only Regency romance with lots of laughs and swoon. The Bachelors of Blackstone's series can be enjoyed in any order.

He's after her heart-and her money. He'll have to fight for his dignity first. Sebastian Drake is in dire need of a fortune. With limited time and a dearth of wealthy relatives to will him such a thing, he is left with only one option: marry money. Happily, London is full of eligible heiresses, but it is the newest arrival in Town who catches his eye. Selina Lawrence is only just rid of one husband-the last thing she wants is to acquire another. When she finds herself the target of the charming Mr. Drake, a suspected fortune hunter, what is she to do but teach the man a valuable lesson? However, both Sebastian's attempts to woo Selina and her efforts to humble him backfire in unexpected ways, leaving them entangled in a battle of wits and hearts. To Hunt an Heiress is a closed-door romance full of banter, fun, and swoony moments. The books in the Bachelors of Blackstone's series can be enjoyed in any order.

Once the most charming rake in London, John Aubin lost everything when he overheard a powerful earl's fraudulent dealings. Branded a liar and cast out of society, he now lives under an assumed name, working in the very orphanage the earl owns. But Aubin's purpose isn't charity-it's revenge. Sober and focused for the first time in his life, he plans to expose the earl's corruption and reclaim his good name. Nothing will stand in his way-until he meets her. Lady Eugenia Stanich has never truly known a father's love. The Earl of Goodwin may be a revered figure in society, but to Geny, he is a distant shadow, more invested in power than in family. The Foundling Asylum that bears her father's name is the one place where Geny feels a connection to the mother she lost years ago. If she marries, it would be to a man who shares her devotion to the children, but London's gentlemen see charity as a pastime, not a calling. Then the new supervisor arrives, and Geny dares to hope she has met someone different. As John and Geny grow closer, desire sparks and hearts entwine, but the truth looms between them. If Lady Eugenia discovers that John is not who he claims to be-and worse, that he is using the asylum to destroy her father-he will lose more than his chance at redemption. He will lose the only woman who has ever inspired him to be a better man. * Perfect for fans of clean Regency romance which features reformed rakes-and for those who delight in the slow burn romance of forbidden love and hidden identities. The audiobooks in the Bachelors of Blackstone series can be listened to in any order. Jennie Goutet is the best-selling author of several Regency and Georgian romances, including the Clavering Chronicles, Memorable Proposals, and Daughters of the Gentry series. Her books have received first place in historical romance for the New England Reader's Choice Awards and have hit the number one spot in Regency Romance on Amazon. They have been featured on BookBub and Hoopla, and are translated into five languages. Jennie is an American-born Anglophile who lives with her French husband and their three children in a small town outside of Paris. Her imagination resides in Regency England, where her best-selling proper Regency romances are set. You can learn more about Jennie's books and sign up for her newsletter on her author website: JennieGoutet or visit her shop at JennieGoutetBooks.

Miles Yardley has spent years admiring the girl next door-only to find himself in an impossible predicament. With a newly inherited estate, he finally has the means to offer for Grace Jenkins, the woman who has captivated him for as years. But just as he gathers his courage, he learns she is heading to London for a Season-not to enjoy the delights of the ton, but to secure a titled husband. Worse still, she enlists his help in navigating society, asking him to introduce her to the very men who could take her away from him. Miles and his friends hatch a scheme-steering her toward the most disagreeable suitors in the hope that she will see reason. But when their plan misfires spectacularly and Miles finds himself blackballed from every London club, he realizes he may have miscalculated badly. Grace Jenkins knows she can't marry for love-but that doesn't mean she can afford to fail. The daughter of a stable master, she was never intended for society, but thanks to her brother's determination, the Jenkins name is on the cusp of acceptance. Now it is her duty to raise their status higher-by marrying a lord. With the right introductions and her substantial dowry, she is confident she can succeed. But every outing she makes with potential suitors ends in disaster-torn gowns and mortifying accidents leave her humiliated. As the Season wears on, Grace begins to wonder… if it weren't for titles and duty, would she want any husband but him? As schemes unravel, reputations teeter on the brink of ruin, and Miles faces social exile for his meddling, Grace's carefully laid plans begin to slip through her fingers. For the first time, Grace wonders if duty is truly worth the cost of happiness, while Miles must decide if he is willing to fight for the woman he loves-even if it means letting her go. Mindy loves all things history and romance, which makes reading and writing Regency romance right up her alley. When she isn't living in her alternate realities, she is married to her real-life Mr. Darcy and trying to raise five proper boys. They live happily in the beautiful mountains of Utah. You can follow her on her website at properlovestory.com and on Facebook at Mindy Burbidge Strunk- Author. You can also be apart of her Shout Out Crew by following her on Facebook at Mindy Burbidge Strunk's Shout out Crew.