The Lily of Ludgate Hill

A sizzling historical romance perfect for all fans of Bridgerton and Jilly Cooper 
 
Fortune favours the bold. But is Lady Anne daring enough to accept a favour from a wicked gentleman? 
 
 Lady Anne Deveril has voluntarily renounced any fanciful notions of love and marriage. And yet, fate now puts Anne back into the entirely too enticing path of Mr. Felix Hartford. 
 
 The youthful torch Hart once held for Anne has long since cooled. Or so he keeps telling himself. But now Anne needs a favour. Hart will play along with her little ruse - on the condition that Anne attends his grandfather's country estate. 
 
 Away from society, Anne makes the tantalising discovery that beneath the roguish exterior is a man with hidden depths, scorching passions - and a tender heart. 
 
A fun, romantic slow-burn love story that you won't be able to put down, The Lily of Ludgate Hill is one of the Belles of London tales readers can't help falling in love with.

USA Today bestselling author Mimi Matthews writes both historical nonfiction and award-winning proper Victorian romances, including Fair as a Star, a Library Journal Best Romance of 2020; Gentleman Jim, a Kirkus Best Book of 2020; and The Work of Art, winner of the 2020 HOLT Medallion. 
 
Mimi's novels have received starred reviews in Publishers Weekly, Library Journal, Booklist, Kirkus, and Shelf Awareness, and her articles have been featured on the Victorian Web, the Journal of Victorian Culture, and in syndication at BUST Magazine. 
 
In her other life, Mimi is an attorney. She resides in California with her family, which includes a retired Andalusian dressage horse, a Sheltie, and two Siamese cats.

Fortune favours the bold. But is Lady Anne daring enough to accept a favour from a wicked gentleman? 
 
Lady Anne Deveril has voluntarily renounced any fanciful notions of love and marriage. And yet, when fate puts Anne back into the entirely too enticing path of Mr. Felix Hartford. 
 
The youthful torch Hart once held for Anne has long since cooled. Or so he keeps telling himself. But now Anne needs a favour. Hart will play along with her little ruse - on the condition that Anne attends his grandfather's country estate. 
 
Away from society, Anne makes the tantalising discovery that beneath the roguish exterior is a man with hidden depths, scorching passions - and a tender heart. 
 
Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn, Jilly Cooper and Julian Fellowes.

An exciting new feminist historical romance

Belle of Belgrave Square

The sizzling historical romance perfect for fans of Bridgerton and Jilly Cooper 
 
'A page-turner that swept me off fairytale-style and kept up the enchantment right through to the end' 5* READER REVIEW 
 
'Swooningly romantic! From the moment I picked it up, I was hooked' 5* READER REVIEW 
 
'No one writes historical romance like Mimi Mathews. I just can't get enough' 5* READER REVIEW 
 
A marriage of convenience. An unlikely couple. Sparks will fly in the English countryside . . . 
__________ 
 
Captain Jasper Blunt requires a rich wife to ornament his isolated ruin, and he has his sights set on the enchanting Julia Wychwood. 
 
Julia finds navigating London's high society torture. So she decides to swap the ballrooms for the countryside - she'll marry the Captain. 
 
In exchange for her dowry and her hand, the Captain must promise to grant her freedom. This is to be no marriage of love, and Julia is determined to keep it that way. 
 
But the more she learns of the beastly former hero, the more intrigued she becomes and soon she finds her resolve beginning to fade and her heart opening. 
 
__________ 
 
'A beautifully written story that stayed with me long after I had turned the last page' 5* Reader Review 
 
'Poignant characters and brilliant storytelling. Mimi Matthews is the best historical romance writer right now' 5* Reader Review 
 
 'Gorgeous historical romance. Wonderful, moving and beautifully crafted' 5* Reader Review

Mimi Matthews never disappoints, with richly drawn characters and couples whose individual shortcomings become strengths, when paired together. In this Beauty and the Beast retelling, we get to root for two underdogs who get to rewrite their own stories

Jodi Picoult, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here

Shiveringly Gothic...Watching Julia blossom away from prying eyes is almost as satisfying as seeing Jasper Blunt pine for her from nearly the first page...For best effect, save this one for a windy night when trees scrape against the windowpanes

The Belle of Belgrave Square is such tremendous good fun: a heroine with a big horse, an even bigger novel-reading habit, and a hidden anxiety; a hero with a crumbling estate, a trio of wary children, and a literary secret-what's not to love? Mimi Matthews paints Victorian England with vivid humor, and her Belles of London is set to go on for at least a few more much-anticipated installments. Julian Fellowes fans will rejoice!

Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Diamond Eye

Mimi Matthews just doesn't miss. The Belle of Belgrave Square is exquisite; a romance that delivers the perfect balance of passion, tension, and tender moments

Evie Dunmore, USA Today bestselling author

This story unfolds like a rose blooming, growing more and more beautiful as each delicate layer is revealed. A tender, luminous romance. I loved it more and more with every chapter!

Caroline Linden, USA Today bestselling author

Absolutely enthralling: an endearing, novel-reading heroine who's in dire danger; a swoon-worthy war hero with a scandalous past; and secrets, lots of secrets. Mimi Matthews's The Belle of Belgrave Square is a thrilling, emotion-packed read from start to finish. I loved it!

Syrie James, USA Today bestselling author

[C]ombines deception, risk, and a resourceful heroine to create an intoxicating, suspenseful romance. Highly recommended

A grand cross-class romance, a twisty mystery, and emotional internal struggles combine to excellent effect...fans and new readers alike will root for this well-earned love story

A marriage of convenience. An unlikely couple. Sparks will fly in the English countryside. 
 
Captain Jasper Blunt now requires a rich wife to ornament his isolated ruin, and he has his sights set on the enchanting Julia Wychwood. 
 
For Julia, navigating a London ballroom is absolute torture. The only time Julia feels any degree of confidence is when she's on her horse. Unfortunately, a young lady can't spend the whole of her life in the saddle, so Julia makes an impetuous decision to take her future by the reins - she proposes to Captain Blunt. 
 
In exchange for her dowry and her hand, Jasper must promise to grant her freedom to do as she pleases. To ride-and to read-as much as she likes. He readily agrees to her conditions, with one provision of his own: Julia is forbidden from going into the tower rooms of his estate and snooping around his affairs. 
But the more she learns of the beastly former hero, the more intrigued she becomes... 
 
 
Bridgerton meets Jilly Cooper in this feminist Victorian romance!

A brand new historical romance perfect for fans of Bridgerton

The Siren of Sussex

Bridgerton meets Jilly Cooper in this feminist historical romance that will have you swooning! 
 
'Unflinching, tender and moving.' EVIE DUNMORE 
 
'A rare treat to enjoy and savour.' KATE PEARCE 
 
'A moving love story and a vivid recreation of Victorian life.' Anna Campbell 
 
The marriage mart is calling, and Evelyn must answer . . . 
 Evelyn Maltravers longs for her perfect match. But with her family tumbling toward ruin. Her only hope is to distinguish herself is on horseback and to succeed she'll need a habit-maker who's not afraid to take risks. 
 
 Ahmad Malik have always made women beautiful - but no one compares to Evelyn. Her unbridled spirit enchants him, awakening a depth of feeling he never thought possible. 
 
 But pushing boundaries comes at a cost and not everyone is pleased to welcome Evelyn and Ahmad into fashionable society. The indomitable pair must decide which hurdles they can jump and what matters most: Making their mark or following their hearts?___________ 
 
'A well written and innovative story . . . Fascinating characters and a captivating romance' 5* Reader Review 
 
'Mimi is the indisputable Queen of writing Victorian and Regency novels. A delightful read' 5* Reader Review 
 
 'This is a beautiful novel about self-discovery and the power of pure love' 5* Reader Review

What I love about Mimi Matthews is that in the crowded field of historical romance she always finds new and interesting slants for her plots and characters. That, along with her wonderful writing and meticulous research, makes every book she puts out a rare treat to enjoy and savor. Highly recommended!

Kate Pearce, New York Times bestselling author

Unflinching, tender, and moving, the delicately crafted The Siren of Sussex might just be my favourite work from Mimi Matthews; it certainly is one of my favourite historical romance reads this year

Evie Dunmore, USA Today bestselling author of Portrait of a Scotsman

Lush, seductive, original-The Siren of Sussex drew me in from the first page, and wove its magic. A fresh, vibrant, brilliant Victorian romance, making it an unforgettable read

Jane Porter, New York Times bestselling author

A moving love story and a vivid recreation of Victorian life, The Siren of Sussex by Mimi Matthews is a treat of a book for the historical romance lover

The best book I've read in a long time: gorgeously written, thoughtfully considered, swoonily romantic, and unafraid to examine issues of class, race, and gender

Impeccably researched, brimming with passion and chemistry, and a loving tribute to Victorian fashion and horsemanship, The Siren of Sussex is a page-turning, powerful, and endearing love story about two people rising above the pressures of society to follow their hearts. A five-star fantastic read!

A tender and swoonworthy interracial, cross-class romance in Victorian London...Readers will delight in this paean to women's fashion and horseback riding

Matthews brings the Victorian era to vivid life with meticulously researched details and an impossible romance made believable and memorable

Romance aficionados who love fashion and animals will delight in this tender romance and will be excited to see Evelyn's friends in future installments

An exquisite historical romance that is so captivating I had to force myself not to gallop through it at a breakneck speed, wanting to savor the author's obvious care and delicate attention to detail...A must read for lovers of historical fiction

Readers should expect emotional heft and fascinating historical detail...Matthews explores cultural identity conflicts, exoticism and the difficult position of a merchant catering to the whims of a privileged class, all within a tender, empowering love story

A masterclass in using fashion history to build character

At times passionately intelligent and achingly vulnerable, The Siren of Sussex is destined to dazzle readers of Evie Dunmore and Harper St. George

Rachel McMillan, author of The London Restoration and The Mozart Code

Any reader who has ever loved horses, high fashion, and brooding protagonists will fall hard for The Siren of Sussex

Stephanie Barron, author of That Churchill Woman

The marriage mart is calling, and Evelyn must answer . . .Evelyn Maltravers longs for her perfect match. But with her family tumbling toward ruin. Her only hope is to distinguish herself is on horseback and to succeed she'll need a habit-maker who's not afraid to take risks. 
 
Ahmad Malik have always made women beautiful - but no one compares to Evelyn. Her unbridled spirit enchants him, awakening a depth of feeling he never thought possible. 
 
But pushing boundaries comes at a cost and not everyone is pleased to welcome Evelyn and Ahmad into fashionable society. The indomitable pair must decide which hurdles they can jump and what matters most: Making their mark or following their hearts?

Mimi Matthews

A silver-haired equestrienne and a charismatic artist turn a scandalous bargain into a vibrant portrait of love. 
 
Stella Hobhouse is a brilliant rider, stalwart friend, skilled sketch artist&mdash;and completely overlooked. Her outmodish gray hair makes her invisible to London society. Combined with her brother&rsquo;s pious restrictions and her dwindling inheritance, Stella is on the verge of a lifetime marooned in Derbyshire as a spinster. Unless she does something drastic&hellip;like posing for a daring new style of portrait by the only man who&rsquo;s ever really seen her. 
 
Aspiring painter Edward &ldquo;Teddy&rdquo; Hayes knows true beauty when he sees it. He would never ask Stella to risk her reputation as an artist&rsquo;s model but in the five years since a virulent bout of scarlet fever left him partially paralyzed, Teddy has learned to heed good fortune when he finds it. He&rsquo;ll do anything to persuade his muse to pose for him, even if he must offer her a marriage of convenience. 
 
After all, though Teddy has yearned to trace Stella&rsquo;s luminous beauty on canvas since their chance meeting, her heart is what he truly aches to capture&hellip;.

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