First published 2016
Madame Follette's dressmaking shop has lost its status as London's premier fashion destination. With King George IV's coronation approaching, the shop's four women see a chance to reclaim their reputation by creating gowns for society's elite. Selina Fontaine recognizes the Duke of Barrowmore as the brother of the man who ruined her four years ago. She expects exposure but finds pursuit instead. Delyth Owen creates bold, colorful designs that horrify fashion columnist Simon Merrithew, who investigates her work only to discover unexpected joy. Katherine Grant serves as companion to Lady Euphemia while fighting her attraction to Henry Dawkins, the bookkeeper Lady Euphemia wants to charm. Felicity Dawkins runs the shop her mother founded and battles the Earl of Carmarthen, who wants to buy and demolish it. Each woman must choose between safety and desire as secrets threaten their livelihoods and hearts.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, adult-fiction, 19th-century, fashion
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: London
Period: King George IV's Coronation
408 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform