Under the Champagne Moon

Alina K. Field

Apr 2024 · Havenlock Press

About this ebook

Orphaned by the French Revolution and rescued by a British family, Fleur Hardouin didn’t—or wouldn’t—speak, until the jolly young Gareth Ardleigh crossed her path one summer and saved her from bullies.

Fifteen years later, Fleur and the beloved lady she serves return to Cheshire. Determined to rescue them both through an advantageous marriage, Fleur tries to brush off the attention she receives from Captain Gareth Ardleigh, who’s home from the wars and as handsome as ever. Her heart longs for him, but her head knows he can’t provide the security she needs.

Gareth’s excuse for visiting Cheshire is to deliver the personal effects of his best friend who perished at Quatre Bras. But his real purpose is finding the little French girl he met years ago, for marriage—not to him, but to the Frenchman who helped save his life.

Astonished to find that Fleur has grown into a beautiful—and still intriguing—young woman, it soon becomes clear, he must choose between honoring a promise or trying to win the hand of the woman he loves.

 

  

Originally published in Under the Harvest Moon, a Bluestocking Belles Collection with Friends

Ratings and reviews

Really enjoy reading historical stories and how the authors interpret how people spoke and what the history was back then. Entertaining characters that had some growing up to do and are trying to see if they can rekindle something that they had as children. Like the location and the interaction between the characters. There are a couple of twists in the story as well with plenty of drama. Good read. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

This is a short read. This is Gareth and Fleur's story. He saved her when she was young and now when he sees her she has grown into a beautiful young lady. What will happen when they see each other again? Can he keep his promise to her grandmother? Will she marry who she is to marry or will they find a way to be together?. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.