Bridgethorpe Brides Series by Aileen Fish
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#1
His Impassioned Proposal (Bridgethorpe Brides #1)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 3.33 of 5 starsThe wounded hero comes home. Six years she has waited for the man she hopes to marry to return from war and propose to her. When he finally does, he is so far in his cups as to not remember the event the next morning! Miss Jane Marwick can't decide if she has wasted her heart on the wrong man or if he just needs some time to recover from too many life-changing events... moreThe wounded hero comes home. Six years she has waited for the man she hopes to marry to return from war and propose to her. When he finally does, he is so far in his cups as to not remember the event the next morning! Miss Jane Marwick can't decide if she has wasted her heart on the wrong man or if he just needs some time to recover from too many life-changing events. Stephen Lumley isn't sure he's capable of being a good husband to any woman, but he only has a few months to convince himself and Jane he is worthy of her love, or she'll be off to London to find a man who is. He's not certain what his future will bring, only that he needs Jane in it. Genre: Sweet Traditional Regency Romance Length: Novella (about 30,000 words) less
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#2
The Incorrigible Mr. Lumley (Bridgethorpe Brides #2)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsA sweet traditional Regency novel. Stubborn. Hard-headed. Single-minded. The qualities that make David Lumley a successful horse breeder are put to work befriending Lady Joanna Hurst with less than noble intentions. He's tenacious in his pursuit of the answers he seeks. Lady Joanna falls fast and hard for the handsome, witty and charming Mr. Lumley after her brother's ultimatum to find a husband by the end of the Season. He is everything she imagined a husband could be, and more... moreA sweet traditional Regency novel. Stubborn. Hard-headed. Single-minded. The qualities that make David Lumley a successful horse breeder are put to work befriending Lady Joanna Hurst with less than noble intentions. He's tenacious in his pursuit of the answers he seeks. Lady Joanna falls fast and hard for the handsome, witty and charming Mr. Lumley after her brother's ultimatum to find a husband by the end of the Season. He is everything she imagined a husband could be, and more. Blissfully unaware of the conflict between their fathers, she believes he'll declare his love soon. Then she overhears a conversation between Mr. Lumley and her brother, and all of Mr. Lumley's tenacity will be needed if he's to win back her heart. less
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#3
Charming the Vicar's Daughter (Bridgethorpe Brides #3)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsWhat’s a gentleman to do when the local Widows’ League insists on a marriage over a simple misunderstanding? How does he honor his family name without damaging that of a vicar’s daughter? For Neil Harrow, the journey to obtain a matched pair of horses for his new curricle has taken a wrong turn. While his uncle is not insisting Neil marry Rebecca Cookson, in his heart he knows it’s the thing to do... moreWhat’s a gentleman to do when the local Widows’ League insists on a marriage over a simple misunderstanding? How does he honor his family name without damaging that of a vicar’s daughter? For Neil Harrow, the journey to obtain a matched pair of horses for his new curricle has taken a wrong turn. While his uncle is not insisting Neil marry Rebecca Cookson, in his heart he knows it’s the thing to do. Rebecca wants nothing to do with the popinjay who came to her aid, no matter how the situation appeared. The meddling old widows are a formidable opponent, but Rebecca will do everything in her power to avoid such an ill-suited match. As charming Mr. Harrow might be, Rebecca is determined to only marry a man she can love with all her heart. less
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#4
Her Impetuous Rakehell (Bridgethorpe Brides #4)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 3.50 of 5 starsLaurence Pierce never wanted a wife or children. He preferred his freedom and his bachelor’s rooms in London. Then his cousin, Lord Oakhurst, dies, making Laurence guardian of a four-year-old girl. He knows nothing about children, and even less about girls. In desperation, he turns to the only lady friend he’s never seduced and begs for help. Lady Hannah Lumley know Laurence for exactly what he is, since he’s been her brother’s closest friend for as long as she can remember... moreLaurence Pierce never wanted a wife or children. He preferred his freedom and his bachelor’s rooms in London. Then his cousin, Lord Oakhurst, dies, making Laurence guardian of a four-year-old girl. He knows nothing about children, and even less about girls. In desperation, he turns to the only lady friend he’s never seduced and begs for help. Lady Hannah Lumley know Laurence for exactly what he is, since he’s been her brother’s closest friend for as long as she can remember. He’s the last man she could imagine as a father, and the very last man her brother would consider letting her marry. Yet one little kiss leaves her unable to think of anything but the new Baron Oakhurst. Now her Season has taken a twist she never expected. How can the nice young lords and gentlemen in London ever compare to this impetuous rakehell? less
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#5
One Last Season (Bridgethorpe Brides #5)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsWhen Hugh “Trey” Lumley and Amelia Young first met, she was less than impressed. He has loved her from afar ever since, even after she married another man. Now widowed, Amelia is told by her father to find a husband‑one wealthy enough to pay for seasons for Amelia’s two younger sisters. It’s too late for Trey to be her first love, but he hopes to be her last. His position as a clerk to his barrister uncle means he doesn’t stand a chance... moreWhen Hugh “Trey” Lumley and Amelia Young first met, she was less than impressed. He has loved her from afar ever since, even after she married another man. Now widowed, Amelia is told by her father to find a husband‑one wealthy enough to pay for seasons for Amelia’s two younger sisters. It’s too late for Trey to be her first love, but he hopes to be her last. His position as a clerk to his barrister uncle means he doesn’t stand a chance. He’s no longer the meek man willing to stand by and let Amelia fall for someone else. He will find a way to convince Amelia and her father that he’s the only man for her. less
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#6
Captivated by the Wallflower (Bridgethorpe Brides #6)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 3.67 of 5 starsAdam Lumley, Viscount Knightwick, desperately wants the breed one of his mares to a stallion owned by the Earl of Huntfield. Huntfield sees no reason to improve the stock of his competition and repeatedly turns down whatever sum Knightwick offers. After giving up hope his wallflower daughter will ever find a husband, Lord Huntfield settles on a deal: if Knightwick can turn Lady Susan into a diamond of the Season, Knightwick can breed his mare as he wishes... moreAdam Lumley, Viscount Knightwick, desperately wants the breed one of his mares to a stallion owned by the Earl of Huntfield. Huntfield sees no reason to improve the stock of his competition and repeatedly turns down whatever sum Knightwick offers. After giving up hope his wallflower daughter will ever find a husband, Lord Huntfield settles on a deal: if Knightwick can turn Lady Susan into a diamond of the Season, Knightwick can breed his mare as he wishes. Lady Susan Yarwood truly enjoys London assemblies. Where else can she find so many potential sponsors for the school she wishes to establish for the poor children in Huntfield? With her father threatening this will be her final London Season, she must work quickly to secure the funding she needs. The last thing she needs is the interference of the handsome, flirtatious Lord Knightwick who continually draws her away from the matrons she seeks donations from. She will succeed in founding her school, no matter who stands in her way. less
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#7
Chasing Lord Mystery (Bridgethorpe Brides #7)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars(Originally released in A Gentlemen’s Pact) Lord Northcotte is not in the holiday spirit when he joins his sister’s family shortly after the brutal death of a friend. Discovering a matchmaking scheme is afoot, he tells them he will never marry Lady Miriam or any other woman. Now if only his heart would listen. Lady Miriam’s mother accused her of chasing Lord Mystery after a noble act by a handsome gentleman six years ago became the measure of all other men... more(Originally released in A Gentlemen’s Pact) Lord Northcotte is not in the holiday spirit when he joins his sister’s family shortly after the brutal death of a friend. Discovering a matchmaking scheme is afoot, he tells them he will never marry Lady Miriam or any other woman. Now if only his heart would listen. Lady Miriam’s mother accused her of chasing Lord Mystery after a noble act by a handsome gentleman six years ago became the measure of all other men. Now he’s staying at the home where she’d hoped to escape a summons from her grandfather, the Duke of Danby. Terrified Northcotte will recognize her and reveal the contents of the scandalous letter she wrote him years ago, she can’t decide which is the bigger threat: the duke armed with a special license, or Lord Mystery, who carries a secret she’d never live down. less
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#8
Captain Lumley's Angel (Bridgethorpe Brides #8)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsThis is a novella of approximately 19,000 words, previously released in the anthology "Beaux, Ballrooms, and Battles". Captain Samuel Lumley is proud to follow in his cousin's footsteps and serve king and country in the cavalry. Wounded in the Battle of Waterloo, he is cared for by an angel in the form of his lieutenant's wife. A promise to his dying comrade leaves Sam with the responsibility of seeing to the safety of the lieutenant's widow, Mrs. Ellen Staverton... moreThis is a novella of approximately 19,000 words, previously released in the anthology "Beaux, Ballrooms, and Battles". Captain Samuel Lumley is proud to follow in his cousin's footsteps and serve king and country in the cavalry. Wounded in the Battle of Waterloo, he is cared for by an angel in the form of his lieutenant's wife. A promise to his dying comrade leaves Sam with the responsibility of seeing to the safety of the lieutenant's widow, Mrs. Ellen Staverton. Upon their return to England, Ellen finds herself homeless and in need of employment. When Sam's mother offers her a temporary home with the family, Ellen quickly grows too fond of them and Sam in particular. She must find a position before she falls for him, which would dishonor the memory of her dead husband. Night terrors of the slaughters he survived have left Sam an empty husk of a man. He has little to offer a woman beyond his name and income so he won't think of marriage, but the only joy in his life is the laughter of his angel, Ellen. Can he heal his inner wounds before she is gone from his life completely? less
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#9
Betting on the Duke (Bridgethorpe Brides #9)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsShe’s secretly one of the top horse racers in the area, when she’s not riding sidesaddle. Lady Madeleine Lumley can’t bear to part with her brother’s prized stallion, but he must sell it in order to re-establish the family stud after the tragic loss of most of their horses. She convinces her brother to challenge another breeder to a winner-take-all wager in a special race... moreShe’s secretly one of the top horse racers in the area, when she’s not riding sidesaddle. Lady Madeleine Lumley can’t bear to part with her brother’s prized stallion, but he must sell it in order to re-establish the family stud after the tragic loss of most of their horses. She convinces her brother to challenge another breeder to a winner-take-all wager in a special race. No one knows that horse better than Madeleine does, and following the rules is not her strong suit, so she schemes to secretly jockey the horse in that race. Then the Duke of Nobleham gets in the way and ruins her one chance of keeping the stallion. He needs a foundation stallion for his line of race horses. Nobleham’s fed up with Polite Society, and if he didn’t fear for Madeleine’s safety, he’d love to see if she could win. But if she does, the horse won’t be on the market and he needs it to establish his horse farm in Virginia. As he gets to know her, his admiration for Madeleine turns into something more, and she is falling in love with him, too. Yet loving him means moving to Virginia and leaving her family behind, a thought she can’t bear, but life without Nobleham would be bleak. How can she choose between the two? less
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#10
That Matter of Mischief (Bridgethorpe Brides #10)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsCertain she has met every man suitable for marriage to the daughter of an earl, Lady Patience Lumley decides to meet the unsuitable ones. She’s not desperate for love and she’s only twenty-two, so why not relax and enjoy her Season in London? Crispin Woodhouse doesn’t take insult when his good friend asks him to behave like a dullard when he meets the man’s sister to convince her she’d be bored married to a man in trade... moreCertain she has met every man suitable for marriage to the daughter of an earl, Lady Patience Lumley decides to meet the unsuitable ones. She’s not desperate for love and she’s only twenty-two, so why not relax and enjoy her Season in London? Crispin Woodhouse doesn’t take insult when his good friend asks him to behave like a dullard when he meets the man’s sister to convince her she’d be bored married to a man in trade. But when Lady Patience repeatedly interferes with his investigation, he fears she’ll end up in the wrong place at the wrong time. **THIS BOOK WAS ORIGINALLY INCLUDED IN THE BLAME IT ON THE NIGHT ANTHOLOGY** less
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#11
The Duke, The Wallflower, and the Holly Tree (Bridgethorpe Brides #11)
Aileen Fish
Rated: 4.00 of 5 starsCharlotte Lumley is the daughter of a barrister, and at twenty-eight, she’s resigned to the life of a governess to her cousins’ children. When Frederick, Duke of Thornton, spends the Christmas season with the Lumleys at Bridgethorpe Manor, he falls hard and fast for the level-headed beauty. Can he convince Charlotte she’s the only woman he wants to spend the rest of his life with?
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