Welcome to the Blog Tour for An Unlikely Arrangement by Cindy Patterson, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: An Unlikely Arrangement
Series: Brides of Biltmore #1
Author: Cindy Patterson
Publisher: Springbrook Press, LLC
Release Date: March 11, 2024
Genre: Historical Romance, Christian, Clean & Wholesome
In 1902, Abigail Dupree is but a breath away from her grand societal failure. To save her family from humiliation and financial ruin, Abigail becomes a bargaining trade in her mother’s eyes. A bargain that will extinguish Abigail’s last hope of a happily-ever-after. If only she could return to the mountains of Asheville, North Carolina, she might have a chance to reunite with the only man who has the power to save her reputation.
Garrett Barringer arrives in Charlotte, North Carolina to escape a past that no longer wants him. He takes an undisclosed position with Mr. Dupree. When it is revealed that part of Mr. Dupree’s purpose for bringing him on board is to chaperone his beloved daughter, Garrett abruptly discovers that he has taken on more than he bargained for. Abigail Dupree is more beguiling than any other woman he’s encountered, but he must resist his heart for the sake of propriety and to keep a promise made to her father.
When her father hires Garrett Barringer, a man that seems far too young to be a lawyer, and possesses far too many favorable characteristics, Abigail resists his charm but cannot deny her heart is compelling her toward him. But she will not allow the man to ruin an opportunity she has waited for nearly five years.
Garrett is suddenly aware what his life was and what it could become in the presence of Abigail Dupree. Will he be able to give up the woman who has stolen his heart, for her happiness?
Abigail stands to lose all if Garrett Barringer sees past her physical beauty and uncovers the ugliness of her imperfect past. Will Abigail continue on the condemned path she’s fashioned for herself, or trust that God wants a future for her she never believed possible?
PURCHASE LINKS: Goodreads | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Bookshop| BookBub
Excerpt
Ridges scored into the flesh above his eyes. “You remembered my name?”
Her cheeks burned for more than one reason as he tilted his head, leaving her with that crooked smile, and disappearing into the crowd.
Had it been wrong to say his name? Had she given him an indication that he was memorable? Of course, she was mostly thankful she had not blurted his given name since the name Garrett had been swimming around in her head since their earlier meeting. Abigail wasn’t quite sure how she felt about being persuaded to accept Mr. Barringer’s thoughtfulness. She was only certain she must broaden the distance between them. There was something intriguing about the man—a charming blend of strength, gentility, and charisma. And even though this was only her second encounter with him, her fascination had already deepened beyond harmless curiosity.
A rarity for her, indeed. Then the thought of actually kissing him robbed her of her breath.
Oh, dear heavens, indeed!
About the Author
Award-winning author Cindy Patterson believes in captivating romance and happy endings. In her stories, she loves to give glimpses of how God can use brokenness and make them whole. She reads a lot, drinks too much coffee, and wishes she had more time to write. Author of Chasing Paradise, Broken Butterfly, and Shattered Treasure, she loves to connect with her readers.
Connect with Cindy by visiting cindypattersonbks.com to follow her on social media and sign up for email updates.Tour Giveaway
(2) winners will win a $25 Amazon Gift Card, a signed print copy of An Unlikely Arrangement and other book related gifts!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight April 16, 2024 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on April 23, 2024. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US/CAN only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.
Follow along at JustRead Tours for a full list of stops!
Sounds like a book I will enjoy reading.
ReplyDeleteThe excerpt presents a very interesting encounter between the main characters.
ReplyDeletethank you for spotlighting An Unlikely Arrangement today!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking forward to reading this. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good read.
ReplyDeleteReally lovely cover art design! Can't wait to read this-- thanks so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteCindy Patterson is a new-to-me author. Thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like something id love to read!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a good story.
ReplyDelete