Fair as a Star: 1 (Victorian Romantics)

--A LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST ROMANCE of 2020--A kindhearted love story that will delight anyone who longs to be loved without limits. Highly recommended. -Library Journal STARRED reviewHistorical romance fans wont want to miss this. -Publishers Weekly STARRED reviewA Secret Burden...After a mysterious sojourn in Paris Beryl Burnham has returned home to the village of Shepton Worthy ready to resume the life she left behind. Betrothed to the wealthy Sir Henry Rivenhall she has no reason to be unhappy--or so people keep reminding her. But Beryls life isnt as perfect as everyone believes.A Longstanding Love...As village curate Mark Rivenhall is known for his compassionate understanding. When his older brothers intended needs a shoulder to lean on Marks more than willing to provide one. Theres no danger of losing his heart. He already lost that to Beryl a long time ago.During an idyllic Victorian summer friends and family gather in anticipation of Beryl and Sir Henrys wedding. But in her darkest moment its Mark who comes to Beryls aid. Can he help her without revealing his feelings--or betraying his brother?