A Betrothal of Convenience: 4

The betrothal is pretend. But what of their feelings?As a widow with young children, Olive Murdock must be in want of a husband. After all, it is her only path to security. Or so her neighbors like to remind her. If only there were men around worth marrying. A good marriage might provide security, but an awful marriage would be worse than being a widow. Olive isn't sure it's worth the risk.Hugh Clarke has always planned to marry. He dreams of comfortable evenings with a family of his own. If only his business allowed him time for such personal pursuits. It feels like he's done nothing but travel and negotiate contracts for the last decade.A chance encounter with his best friend's widow turns Hugh's predictable life upside down. A confusing conversation leads to a feigned betrothal and a life that feels just about perfect. If only it were real.

Pages: 128, Paperback, Patricia Lyn Bradt