The Heiress He's Been Waiting For

Kaitlin O'Riley

Aug 2018 · Hamilton Cousins Book 1 · Zebra Books

About this ebook

For fans of HBO’s The Gilded Age, explore the dazzling world of America’s 19th century elite in this lush series of sparkling, page-turning love stories…

In Victorian London, the Hamilton sisters are known for their bookshops—and for finding their happily ever afters on their own terms. Now, much to their chagrin, their offspring are following in their unconventional footsteps—in life and in love . . .
 
Raised in New York, shipping heiress Sara Fleming was ready to elope—until her disapproving parents tricked her onto a boat heading to England. Her only consolation is getting to see her beloved aunts and cousins. Even the start of London’s Season—and a strikingly handsome earl—can’t make her forget the man she left behind . . .
 
Considered one of London’s most eligible bachelors, Christopher Townsend, the Earl of Bridgeton, is not what he seems. Having inherited his father’s crushing debt, he must choose a wealthy bride to save his family’s estate. Though rumored to be penniless and committed to another, Sara takes his breath away—and makes him question what he truly needs to be free of the past. But he’ll have to win the headstrong beauty’s heart one kiss at a time . . .
 
Praise for the Novels of Kaitlin O’Riley
 
“O’Riley’s believable, charismatic characters and fast-paced plotline set this novel well apart from the usual romance fare.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Reverberates with lighthearted humor, witty repartee and endearing characters that capture the era to the enchantment of readers.”  —RT Book Reviews

“A well written, lively romance!” —Kat Martin, New York Times bestselling author

 

Ratings and reviews

3.25 Stars Raised in New York, shipping heiress Sara Fleming was ready to elope until her disapproving parents tricked her onto a boat heading to England. Her only consolation is getting to see her beloved aunts and cousins. Even the start of London’s Season and a strikingly handsome earl can’t make her forget the man she left behind . Considered one of London’s most eligible bachelors, Christopher Townsend, the Earl of Bridgeton, is not what he seems. Having inherited his father’s crushing debt, he must choose a wealthy bride to save his family’s estate. Though rumoured to be penniless and committed to another, Sara takes his breath away and makes him question what he truly needs to be free of the past. This was a quick light read, I liked the underlying plot but I just couldn’t like Sara, she was a rich spoilt brat who I thought was growing up & becoming likeable then she ran off to the hotel. Why would you do that & leave someone as gorgeous as Christopher! It was beyond belief, I just wanted to shakes her & rage at her. However I must have liked the story to have felt any emotions for Sara! I really liked Christopher who was caring, loving & understanding. Boots was loveable but why did he have to be carried everywhere! I found the secondary characters likeable & hope they have their stories especially Mara. This could have been a five star read if the heroine had have been differently portrayed. My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read

When her parents force her to go to England, how can a spoiled American heiress marry the man she is in love with in the United States? Not too easily and unfortunately Sara does not understand he is after her money. Staying with family in England, Sara continuously plots how to marry her beau in New York. Then she meets Christopher Townsend, the Earl of Bridgeton, who has to marry for money to save his family. He does not know Sara is a heiress, but finds himself very attracted to her and has to battle with himself to keep on tract. As their attraction grows though, will Sara continue to pine for her love in America or give Christopher a chance? This is the first book I have read by this author but I really enjoyed it. Wanted to knock Sara out at times and tell her to wake up, but it kept my interest until the end.

About the author

Author of the Hamilton Sisters series, Kaitlin O’Riley fell in love with reading historical romance novels when she was just fourteen years old while growing up as one of five sisters in New Jersey. Now the acclaimed author of over eight historical romance novels, which have been translated into various languages all over the world, Kaitlin lives in Southern California with her family, where she is busy writing her next book. Please visit her website at www.KaitlinORiley.com.