The Viscountess in Bloom: A Victorian Historical Romance: 2

Passion blooms when the viscountess falls for the gardener.Hyacinth Corby, Dowager Viscountess Corby, adored her husband. When he died, a part of her heart remained with him. She mourned her loss while she raised their four children, but when her youngest finally leaves home, Hyacinth struggles to find purpose and companionship. She accepts her loneliness and tends to her flowers, pouring her heart and soul into her cherished gardens.Oliver Blackwell returns from military service desperate to find employment. When he takes on the role of gardener at Viscount Corby's country estate, he never expects to fall for the vivacious and passionate dowager viscountess. A dangerous prospect for a man hiding his heart as well as a sordid past.Afraid to betray the memory of her first love, Hyacinth attempts to keep a distance from the handsome young gardener. But when a friend from her youth reappears seeking her affection, she realizes how much she truly cares for Oliver. Their passion blooms like a rare flower until a lifetime of secrets threatens to ruin not only their happiness-but end their lives.Can they weather such a storm?Tropes you'll enjoy: - Age Gap- He Falls First- Dark Secrets- Different Social Class- Different Backgrounds- Widow Finds Love- Forbidden Love- Secret Feelings- Slow Burn- Employer/Employee- Hidden Identity- Military Veteran

Pagina's: 246, Paperback, Dragonblade Publishing, Inc.