A Christmastide Kiss — Lana Williams

Bonded by books and united by a purpose, The Mayfair Literary League has taken on a new mission—For Better or Worse. The bachelors of London won't know what hit them when these bookish ladies set their sights on the men in their lives who don't see them for who they truly are—yet.Can a Christmastide kiss lead to love?Frances Melbourne strives to overcome her shyness but fears she will soon be facing life as a spinster since the one chance she had for love slipped through her fingers. Making matters worse, her well-meaning father increases her dowry. Unwelcome suitors approach her at every turn and make planning a Christmas charity ball nearly impossible. Thomas Sinclair left Her Majesty's Navy wiser but not richer. After his heart is caught by the daughter of a wealthy man at a house party, he knows the only chance of winning her hand—and her father's approval—is to seek his fortune in America.He returns home for Christmas to tell Frances what's in his heart and ask if she'll wait for him. Yet how can he convince her that he truly cares for her and not her fortune? And when he learns of a dark side to the charity she's working so hard to help, he fears the truth will end his chance to make her his.Frances gathers her courage to make a bold move by sharing a Christmas kiss with Thomas. He's everything she's longed for but his news about the charity throws her careful plans in disarray, along with her heart.Join the ladies of the league as they pursue their HEAs!A Matter of Convenience, Book 1A Pretend Betrothal, Book 2A Mistaken Identity, Book 3A Simple Favor, Book 4A Christmastide Kiss, Book 5A Perilous Desire, Book 6