To Capture His Heart (Matchmakers, #2) by Nancy Campbell Allen

 

Seaside, England, 1886

Eva Caldwell is an accomplished and well-known photographer who often works with the local constabulary to assist in documenting crime scenes, which means she also often works alongside the handsome and charming detective, Nathan Winston. She appreciates his intellect and how he treats her like an equal, but Eva's heart is still healing from a past relationship, so, for now, she decides to keep her feelings for Nathan a secret.

One evening, Nathan arrives on her doorstep asking for a personal favor. Would Eva be available to photograph his mother's legendary, week-long dinner party and matchmaking event? The catch is that Eva would also have to pretend they are courting in order for Nathan to avoid the many single women seeking his attention.

Though wary of the charade, Eva agrees. Spending a week with the two things she loves most--her detective and her camera--sounds simple enough. And if she wants to imagine that Nathan's pretend courtship of her is real, well, what's the harm in that?

But when a criminal from Nathan's past threatens revenge on the detective, Nathan must be extra vigilant to keep his mother and the rest of the partygoers safe. He confides in Eva, and as the two work together to solve the mystery and apprehend the criminal, they find that they might capture more than they expected--each other's heart.

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About The Author

 

NANCY CAMPBELL ALLEN is the award-winning author of eighteen published novels and several novellas, which encompass a variety of genres, ranging from contemporary romantic suspense to historical fiction. Her most recent books, which include Regency, Victorian, and steampunk romance, are published under Shadow Mountain’s Proper Romance brand, and the What Happens in Venice novella series is part of the Timeless Romance Anthology collection published by Mirror Press. She has presented at numerous conferences and events since her initial publication in 1999.

Nancy loves to read, write, travel, and research, and enjoys spending time with family and friends. She nurtures a current obsession for true crime podcasts and is a news junkie. She and her husband have three children, and she lives in Ogden, Utah, with her family, one very large Siberian Husky named Thor, and an obnoxious but endearing YorkiePoo named Freya.

 

My Review

Infatuation or maybe more, add a touch of Regency, and a 10 day retreat, that Detective Nathan Winston's mother is hosting, and Evangeline Caldwell has been invited to use her photography talent.
Eva had been working with the handsome detective at crime scenes taking photos, a woman before her time!
Now his mother is throwing a party of matchmaking, and he is quick on his feet having her invite Eva, and his mother decides to have her take photos!
Will Nate see what is before his eyes, or just use Eva as a diversion? Maybe his heart will decide for him, or with the trouble ahead, will they all make it to the end.
The setting of this read sounds wonderful, seaside mansion, wow! Made me wish I was there, and the games sounded fun, but then it wasn't all fun and games.
Be ready for a page-turner looking for answers, along with some sweet romance!
I received this book through the Publisher Shadow Mountain, and was not required to give a positive review.