Kissing the Kavalier

<p>Masquerading as a man wasn't a problem. Until she met the man of her dreams. Countess Zdenka Waldner dreams of a future on her ancestral farm free of Viennese Society's rules or expectations to marry. But her dream depends on saving the farm from her father's gambling debts and finding her sister Arabella a rich husband. Tasked with chaperoning Arabella Zdenka masquerades as her younger brother.Falling in love with a handsome and passionate Kavalier was not part of the plan. Lieutenant Matteo von Ritter veteran of the Austro-Prussian war vows to spend his life caring for his injured men. He has no tolerance for ordinary women but Arabella Waldner appears to be extraordinary. In need of a messenger Matteo recruits her charming brother Zdenko to deliver a series of love letters. Unbeknownst to Matteo he is trading letters-and falling in love-with Zdenka.When her deception unravels can Zdenka save her dream her sister's engagement Matteo's honor and his love? Set in 1867 Vienna Kissing the Kavalier is a sweetly funny and enchanting reimagining of a timeless romance that embraces independence forgiveness and hope.</p>