The First Proposal

Persephone Percy Blake never expected to end up a spinster aunt, but years spent cataloging her father's library left her on the shelf. Now, living as a poor relation and subsisting on her sister's meager charity, she manages unruly nieces and nephews while longing for something more.Everything changes when a forbidden kite leads her into the lush garden next door—and into the path of brooding Algernon Dunne. Recently rejected by his paramour--and upon reflection, rightly so--Algernon now finds solace in gardening, but his peace is shattered by Percy's fiery wit and captivating presence.As their connection deepens, Percy vows to guard her heart, but Algernon is determined to prove that love—like a garden—can bloom in the unlikeliest of places.A sparkling Regency romance perfect for fans of instant chemistry, sharp heroines, and heartfelt happily-ever-afters.