Beneath the Mistletoe’s Promise (Proposals During Christmastide Book 7)

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Miss Gillian Hughes, a woman of keen intellect and a compassionate heart, bears the burden of her family’s misfortune. Compelled to secure employment as a governess to support her ailing father, she finds herself placed within the grand yet emotionally frigid halls of Harrow Manor. Can she traverse these chilly corridors, defrost the distant household, and rekindle the warmth of the festive season?

Sebastian Bellamy, the Earl of Harrow, is a man ensnared by aloofness and haunted by past disappointments. Remaining withdrawn, especially from his daughters, who yearn for his affection, he presents a cold facade. However, when Gillian Hughes, with her sharp intellect and nurturing warmth, steps into his life as the girls’ governess, she manages to stir long-suppressed feelings within him. Can he surmount the ghosts of his past and allow his heart to open to the possibility of love and joy?

As Gillian and Sebastian maneuver through the intricacies of their roles within Harrow Manor, an undeniable bond takes root between them. Amidst the snow-kissed landscapes and shimmering Christmas festivities, their lives become inextricably intertwined. Yet, societal expectations, past heartbreaks, and the looming specter of a potential suitor for Sebastian pose significant challenges. Will Gillian and Sebastian yield to their blossoming feelings and grasp the chance for a shared future, or will the harsh winds of societal norms extinguish their love?