Synopses & Reviews
When the Ministry of Marriage arranges a match, all that matters is power, wealth and prestige. In the business of marriage, there is no room for love. But even the most prudent plans can go awry…
A CONVENIENT MARRIAGE
Jane, Lady Roxdale, has endured one marriage of convenience decreed by the Ministry of Marriage. While she deeply regrets her late husbands death, she is relieved to be free at last. But when a dissolute rake threatens everything Jane holds dear, she must contemplate marrying a second time…
AN INCONVENIENT PASSIONDisgraced libertine Constantine Black inherits his cousin Roxdales land and title—while Roxdales prim widow is left all the wealth. Constantine is not a marrying man, but wedding Jane is the only way to save the estate from ruin. Jane resists the smoldering heat between them, desperate not to fall in love with an unrepentant rake. But for the first time ever, Constantine wants more than seduction. He wants all of her—body, heart, and soul…
Review
"With this delightful debut Brooke demonstrates her ability for creating a charming cast of characters who are the perfect players in the first of the Ministry of Marriage series. Marriage-of-convience fans will rejoice and take pleasure in theis enchanting read."--RT Book Reviews
“Clever, lush and lovely---an amazing debut!”—Suzanne Enoch, New York Times bestselling author
Review
"Brooke puts her own clever twist on the classic marriage of convenience plot, and the result is an elegantly written, subtly nuanced romance."--Chigaco Tribune
"With this delightful debut Brooke demonstrates her ability for creating a charming cast of characters who are the perfect players in the first of the Ministry of Marriage series. Marriage-of-convenience fans will rejoice and take pleasure in this enchanting read."--RT Book Reviews
“Clever, lush and lovely---an amazing debut!”—Suzanne Enoch, New York Times bestselling author
“…Each scene is more sensual and passionate than the last.”—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
“Riveting tale of life, loss, convenience, and heart wrenching love! Superbly written!”—Fresh Fiction
“A delightful confection of secrets and seduction, HEIRESS IN LOVE will have readers craving more!”--Tracy Anne Warren
“One of the most compelling heroes Ive read in years”-- Anna Campbell
About the Author
Christina Brooke is a former lawyer who staged a brilliant escape from the corporate world and landed squarely in Regency England. She lives in Australia with her husband, two sons and an ancient Great Dane cross called Monty. Christina loves travel, window-shopping in antique stores, pink champagne and fine Swiss chocolate. She especially loves hearing from readers.