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Loving Leopold
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
It is 1897 and nineteen-year-old Parisienne, Amalie Bouchard, must move in with her aunt and uncle following the death of her parents. Although she is heiress to a substantial fortune, she cannot control her funds until she turns twenty-one. With a new century on the horizon, the heiress has no intention of marrying, instead preferring to view herself as a modern woman. When Amalie arrives in London, she begins renovating her aunt and uncle’s outdated townhouse while her aunt becomes determined to see her niece happily married. At a dinner party ostensibly held to show off the newly renovated townhouse, sparks fly when Amalie meets one of the invited guests. Leopold Blakeley is a handsome, wealthy bachelor who Amalie’s aunt considers to be a perfect match for her niece despite his broody reputation and another female competing for his attention. After their conversation, Amalie is overcome with a whirlwind of emotions as Leopold makes his feelings known. But is London’s most unattainable bachelor charming enough to lure her away from Amalie’s plans for a life of freedom? In this historical romance, an heiress determined to remain unmarried amid nineteenth century London meets a bachelor who may just change her mind.
Loving Leopold: Amour Encore
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
Loving Leopold: Amour Toujours
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
It is 1904 and Leopold and Amalie Blakeley have been happily married for six years. After a brutal winter, they are once again delighted to return to their country retreat. On this occasion, the Blakeleys are bringing along newlyweds, Annabelle March and her husband, Harvey Havemeyer. Malcolm McFadden, still nurturing an undying love for Amalie, is also returning with his new bride, Dolores.
When an unexpected visitor arrives from Spain with malicious intent and a woman from Leopold’s past suddenly reappears to spark Amalie’s jealousy and his profound embarrassment, the summer becomes overshadowed by drama and intrigue. As McFadden, Blanche, and Cordelia become involved in the couple’s latest adventures, along with Mr. and Mrs. March and Lady Agatha Pengallon, the ever-dependable Bridgette keeps everything running as smoothly as possible, despite Amalie’s various schemes and revelations. Amid the setting of a changing world and the enduring passion between Leopold and Amalie, many mysteries are discovered and finally resolved.
In this exciting conclusion of the Loving Leopold trilogy, the summer of 1904 brings turbulence and unexpected intrigue into the lives of Leopold and Amalie Blakeley.
The Good Barrister
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
Sophie Sullivan chances to rescue Miss Euphemia Cochrane one afternoon in the Willow Tea Rooms in Glasgow, Scotland. Miss Cochrane, a wealthy spinster, whom Sophie recognizes as living in the same small town as she, had forgotten her purse, causing a commotion in the tearooms and extreme embarrassment to Miss Cochrane. Sophie Generously pays for both their lunches, and the women strike up an immediate friendship. When Mr. Benedict Cochrane, Euphemia’s older brother, and a prestigious barrister in the Glasgow High Courts, hears of his sister’s new friendship, he is outraged and goes to Sophie’s family’s Haberdashery to return Sophie’s money. However, as soon as he sees the beautiful and impertinent Miss Sullivan, he abruptly changes his mind. The good barrister is instantly smitten by his sister’s new friend; however, it is Scotland in 1910, and he believes Sophie Sullivan, a shopkeeper’s daughter, is beneath him and not in his social class. He fights against his feelings, continually breaking promises and belittling her. However, Sophie is soon bound to join her aunt and uncle Carlisle in New York, in pursuit of a wealthy husband. She is well prepared for her new life in America, having spent her spare time and wages on elocution lessons and books on manners and self-improvement. Sophie is also immediately smitten with the good barrister; however, she mistrusts his motives and finds him unreliable and an utter snob. Her affection for him will not alter her plans for a new life in the new world, even though he is determined for her to give up her ticket. There ensues a tangle of emotions, with Euphemia Cochrane and Sophie’s brother, Jack Sullivan, often caught in the middle of the drama created by this couple who may be in love but would much prefer not to be so.
Bernadette Barrymore
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
Book Recognitions:
American Book Fest – American Fiction Awards (Finalist)
London Book Festival Award
Independent Authors Award (Finalist)
Firebird Book Award (Winner)
The Book Fest (Award Winner)
Bernadette Barrymore should have lived out her happily-ever-after. As the war brings long-lost lovers back to their eager spouses waiting at the train station, her marriage to Lord Anthony Devereux seems to be a distant memory since she has not heard from him in some time. Despite her reservations, she is eager to start the life promised to her. But when she finally spies him at the station, they lock eyes for a moment, and then he turns to greet another, leaving Bernadette shocked and unable to comprehend what transpired to destroy the passion and love she believes they shared.
Soon, her hopes are bolstered again when Anthony knocks on her door. After they are reunited, Bernadette quickly learns that their marriage is comprised of more than just the two of them. As sinister forces become determined to destroy their love once and for all, Bernadette must make a decision. Should she fight for Lord Deveraux despite those who seek to tear them apart or does fate have something else in store for the independent, headstrong heiress?
In this historical romance, a young woman whose life and marriage has been devastated by war must decide whether to fight for her happily-ever-after despite malicious interference from her husband’s family.
An Improbable Alliance
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
Twenty-six-year-old Caroline DeBeck is a willful socialite residing in New York City in 1900. Caroline’s mother, Allegra Arbuthnot, despairs of her daughter ever making an advantageous alliance; she’s turned down every wealthy gentleman in the Upper East Side and beyond. Allegra decides to send her daughter off to rural Vermont to spend the summer with Caroline’s eccentric aunts, Bethany and Grace DeBeck. Caroline expects the summer to be unendurable. Despite her mother’s matchmaking attempts, she has never met a man in her social circle she finds even mildly pleasing. She decided long ago never to marry unless she fell in love—an unlikely probability in her hectic social scene in New York City and no doubt impossible in rural Vermont. But when her aunts send a farmer to the train station to collect her in his cart, she is outraged—and intrigued. Jacob MacKenzie is tall and muscular, and Caroline is instantly drawn to him, despite their obvious differences. Sparks fly as they both enjoy a verbal sparring match, but neither one takes the other seriously at first. Still, Caroline DeBeck is used to getting what she wants, and it soon becomes plain that may well be Jacob MacKenzie.
Portia & The Baron
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
Portia and The Baron” follows the story of Lady Portia Cheslyn, the precocious and determined only daughter of the Earl of Swarthmore. At twelve, she meets the enigmatic Baron Hadleigh Von Hasselberg, who is sent to Brazil to restore his family’s fortune. Despite their age difference, Portia is captivated by Hadleigh and vows to marry him when she comes of age. Over the years, Portia’s love for Hadleigh grows, and she remains steadfast in her determination to win his heart. Hadleigh, on the other hand, is focused on his work in Brazil, managing coffee plantations and building a railroad. He is initially amused by Portia’s letters but soon realizes that she is no ordinary girl. As Portia matures, Hadleigh becomes increasingly aware of his feelings for her. Their love story is filled with challenges, including societal expectations, family dynamics, and the physical distance between them. Persephone, Hadleigh’s younger sister, plays a significant role in the story. She is Portia’s dearest friend and confidante, often staying at Darnsley Abbey with Portia. Persephone’s presence provides a strong support system for Portia, and their friendship helps both girls navigate the complexities of high society and their personal lives. Persephone’s own journey is intertwined with Portia’s, as she too faces societal expectations and family dynamics. Portia’s journey to womanhood is marked by her unwavering love for Hadleigh, her strong-willed nature, and her ability to navigate the complexities of high society. Hadleigh’s return to England brings their relationship to the forefront, and they must confront their feelings and the obstacles that stand in their way. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the pursuit of happiness, set against the backdrop of 19th-century England.
A Woman of little consequence
by Diane Coia-Ramsay
Amanda Metcalf has something rare for a woman in 1901, her own fortune and the freedom to shape her future.
But when she visits her sister’s modest home in the Highlands, she begins to see that marriage and family life are not always the fairytale she imagined.
For the first time, Amanda wonders why her father gave her so much more than her sister and whether freedom always comes with difficult questions .for for
