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In my historical romance debut, SEASON FOR TEMPTATION, a viscount seeks a marriage of convenience to help his family overcome a recent scandal. What he never expected to find was a most inconvenient love.
These letters are exchanged by the hero and heroine, James and Julia, two months after their marriage at the end of SEASON FOR TEMPTATION.
Letter from James, Viscount Matheson, to Julia, Viscountess Matheson. Folded somewhat untidily and hidden behind an embroidered cushion on the lady’s favorite chair.
My dear Julia--
Since we’ve now been married for two months, I owe you two presents. No, three. In all the hurry over our wedding—I’m going to imagine you blushing as you read that, because you always blush, and it is delightful—I never gave you a wedding present.
All right. Three gifts.
The first time we met, in your parents’ drawing room, I learned several things about you. You have unshakeable good humor, you are devoted to family, and you dislike watercress. In all of these qualities, I thought you perfectly correct.
You require no help with humor and devotion, but when the kitchen sent out watercress sandwiches yesterday and you looked positively ill, I realized I needed to become high-handed and interfering. Therefore, I told the steward to tell the housekeeper to tell the cook that we don’t wish to have it served anymore. I believe that’s the right chain of communication. Isn’t it? You know I’m still working out the intricacies of country house staffing.
Onward. Second gift. Your sister has found a book in the library that she and I both thought you would like. It’s the Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue, published in 1811. Considering you won my heart when you said “hell”—very demurely, of course—in the middle of a crowded ballroom, this seemed essential reading.
Third, I promise I shall never stop courting you. To that end, please join me in the drawing room immediately after dinner. A month ago, I asked the cook to make you a plum pudding, and it should be aged to perfection now. It shall be served to you tonight, and you don’t have to share a bite of it. Not even the plummiest bits.
All my love,
James
Check out James and Julia's love story in SEASON FOR TEMPTATION
Julia Herington is overjoyed when her stepsister, Louisa, becomes engaged—to a viscount, no less. Louisa’s only hesitation is living a life under the ton’s critical gaze. But with his wry wit and unconventional ideas, Julia feels James is perfect for Louisa. She can only hope to find a man like him for herself. Exactly like him, in fact…
ONE CHOICE…
As the new Viscount Matheson, James wished to marry quickly and secure his title. Kind, intelligent Louisa seemed a suitable bride… Until he met her stepsister. Julia is impetuous—and irresistible. Pledged to one sister, yet captivated by another, what is he to do? As Christmas and the whirl of the London season approach, James may be caught in a most scandalous conundrum, one that only true love, a bit of spiritous punch—and a twist of fate—will solve…
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That's so cute and sweet!! Awww!! Haha. The book sounds lovely, and I so want to read it nooowww!!! Thanks for this giveaway!:D
ReplyDeleteDictionary of the Vulgar Tongue..... I so want that lol
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Haha! How delightful and charming! I also want the dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue! Oh, this book sounds enchanting! I can't wait to read it! Full of fun and romance =)
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Gena Robertson
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What a sweet letter. James feels he owes Julia not one but Three gifts, which he thinks are perfect for her. I really liked the book he and her sister found. Thanks for the giveaway.
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Thanks for the sweet, romantic letter! I love how smitten he is... and his gifts were so thoughtful! I must read this book now, lol :)
ReplyDeleteI read the book before and really enjoyed Julia and James' story. I like the end especially... (won't go into details because I don't want to spoil the ending... but really like how x'mas comes into it...
ReplyDeleteThis letter so sweet and romantic, this book sounds enchanting! I can't wait to read it...
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Thanks so much, Dani, for hosting me today--and thanks to all of you who have stopped by to read! Isn't this a fun series? I've been reading and enjoying the love letters every day.
ReplyDeleteTo those of who who like the book James gave Julia: it's real, and you can read it free online through Project Gutenberg! http://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/5402/pg5402.html (Scroll down, and get ready for some spicy Regency slang.)
Ack. To those of YOU, I mean. :)
ReplyDeleteI absolutely adore the premise and am in love with James.
ReplyDeleteThis is such a sweet later. I like how James explains his gifts to Julia, especially the book one. His reason for getting her a dictionary (?!) is lovingly explained.
ReplyDeleteYep, the man would have had my approval when he got to the plum pudding ;-) I really need to read this book!
ReplyDeleteSeason for Temptation sounds like a fantastic story and I can't wait to read it. I loved the letter, especially the different presents James lists - they're all very thoughtful.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the lovely comments! I'm so glad you all are enjoying the letters. :)
ReplyDeleteYay, so nice to see James and Julia again :)
ReplyDeleteAll new husbands should write lovely letters like that.
ReplyDeleteI already have this book, but loved the letter. I can't wait to read more books by Ms. Romain.
ReplyDeleteLove the third one, a girl never wants her man to stop courting her =)
ReplyDeleteVery cute letter! Can't wait to read how James gets out of the conundrum he's in in the story.
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I loved the letter. SEASON FOR TEMPTATION looks wonderful.
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Beautiful letter!
ReplyDeleteThis letter is an art!
ReplyDeleteThis letter is an art!
ReplyDeleteI actually liked James' letter better than Julia's. That man knows the woman he loves and who could ask for more than that?
ReplyDeleteI love that his emotions are so obvious in his letter. He sounds adorably in love. Look forward to read their story. I'm also going to check out the book he gave her. :0
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Carol L
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Wow!!!... I never heard about this! but now I have to read it!! haha
ReplyDeleteI loved the letter he wrote to her, and I quite like the idea of the book, so I'm looking forward to reading it!
ReplyDeletelove to win theresa's book ;)
ReplyDeletei love the three gifts, sweet letter ;)
ReplyDeleteI love the gifts he wants to give her! I would like to find out how he goes about cancelling a courtship with one sister to court another. Tricky, I'm sure. :)
ReplyDeleteI love the cover of this one. It's just so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteMary