When an engagement of convenience becomes anything but convenient . . .
Forced
into a betrothal with a widower twice her age, Charleston socialite,
Sophia Fairfield is desperate for an escape. But, while her fiancé is
away on business, he assigns his handsome stepson, Carver, the task of
looking after his bride-to-be. Much to her dismay, Sophia finds herself
falling in love with the wrong gentleman—a man society would never allow
her to marry, given Sophia was supposed to be his new stepmother. The
only way to save Carver from scandal and financial ruin is to run away,
leaving him and all else behind to become a Harvey Girl waitress at the
Castañeda Hotel in New Mexico.
Carver Ashton has had his life
planned out for him since birth, but when he encounters Sophia
Fairfield, he glimpses a new life—apart from his overbearing
stepfather’s business. But, when the woman he loves disappears before he
can express his devotion, Carver abandons all to find her. However, his
stepfather has other intentions for Sophia and will stop at nothing
until she is his bride . . . even if it is against her will.
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About The Author
Grace Hitchcock is the award-winning
author of multiple historical novels and novellas. She holds a Masters
in Creative Writing and a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in
History. Grace lives in Baton Rouge with her husband, Dakota, son, and
daughter. Connect with her online at GraceHitchcock.com.
My Review
I enjoyed this read, and the pages quickly flew. I do like a Harvey Girl story, and this one did not disappoint!
We
begin this story in 1889 in Charleston, SC, with a young woman Sophia
Fairfield lived a life of wealth. Did she know how to cook? or serve?
No, but when her life takes a turn she takes refuge in Las Vegas NM, and
we are there as she learns many life lessons.
In the end will Sophia find love, or will the powers that be make her marry a questionable older man?
There
is danger, plotting, and a bit of sweet romance. We are there as the
trains arrive, and patrons are quickly severed, with the direction of
the cup showing your preference, and meals are served with precision. We
go on and meet some of the personalities behind the scenes, making for a
page turning read!
Looking forward to the next book in this series!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Barbour, and was not required to give a positive review.
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