Dear Readers, what a story I have for you today!

Our intrepid reporter has uncovered yet another scandalous exclusive for our valued readers. It would seem that a certain American dollar princess and do-gooder has found herself in a most unexpected (and shocking!) circumstance. In recent weeks, Miss Arabelle Frost had been mingling with London’s lords and ladies at a variety of high-society events while a guest of her esteemed aunt. Since her arrival in the city, Miss Frost has become known as much for her beauty and penchant for the finest gowns from Paris as for her good deeds. This fact alone makes the recent chatter regarding Miss Frost all the more startling.

Several nights ago, a witness reported that a woman bearing a striking resemblance to Miss Frost was spotted dashing through London, clothed in a gown a bride might wear, as if she’d gone simply mad. To make matters worse, the bedraggled woman was seen darting into the tavern run by a trio of rogues. Dare we say more?

Initially, we put little stock in this incredulous account. But further investigation revealed that Miss Frost has been nowhere to be seen, as if she’s gone into seclusion. Or disappeared into thin air. But now, we can reveal that one of our reporters has observed (with her own eyes, I might add) that the elusive Miss Frost appears to have taken up residence in the home of Mr. Jonathan Mason, an owner of said rogues’ tavern. Perhaps most surprisingly, we can tell you that Miss Frost was spotted with a broom in her hand … yes, dear reader, a broom! And she was sweeping . . . as if the frosty heiress had gone into domestic service! How very unexpected!

To add to the intrigue, rumor has it that the man who’d fancied himself Miss Frost’s betrothed (a man most definitely not named Jon Mason!) is now quietly searching the city for her, careful to avoid adding fuel to the gossip fire.

These revelations prompted more inquiries on our part. As such, our reporter uncovered the truth of Miss Frost’s prior acquaintance with Mr. Mason. It would seem the two spent countless hours together while Mr. Mason visited New York to conduct business negotiations. We can only speculate on the nature of their relationship, though we have it on good authority (from the mouths of those in-the-know) that their time together had nothing to do with business and everything to do with passion. Sadly, it would seem their love story was not meant to be. Has there been a thawing in their iceberg-cold relationship? Perhaps a true rekindling? Or is this simply more fodder for our Teatime Tattler?

So many questions! One can only speculate as to the ultimate fate of Miss Frost and Mr. Mason’s deliciously scandalous reunion…and what will happen when the man she left behind catches up to her.

THE ROGUE’S RUNAWAY BRIDE by Tara Kingston

An heiress on the run . . .

Stranded in London with only the rain-soaked wedding dress on her back, American dollar princess ARABELLE FROST is on the run from a dangerous man. Drenched and desperate, she’s sure her dismal night can’t get worse . . .  . . . until a rogue from her past charges to the rescue. As handsome as he is arrogant, Jon Mason nearly stole her heart. She’d hoped to never again lay eyes on the tempting yet vexing rake, but she needs a place to hide. And fast. But falling for him is out of the question. Especially when an angry would-be groom with a dark secret is hot on her trail.

The rogue who never got over her . . .

Tycoon JONATHAN MASON has everything a sensible man could want. Blasted shame he had to complicate matters by playing the hero. Now, the beautiful heiress he’d left behind after a whirlwind romance is under his roof. Arabelle Frost is exasperating. Challenging. And utterly enchanting. But she can’t hide her fear of the fortune-hunting scoundrel who pursued her through the city on a bleak and rainy night. Determined to protect her, Jon knows the risks. After all, he’s no stranger to taking chances. But with each day that passes, it’s harder not to fall for her.

And loving Arabelle would be the biggest risk of all.

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About the Author:

Tara Kingston first fell in love with historical romance when she discovered her mom’s Gothic romance paperbacks. Now, she writes Victorian historical romance laced with intrigue, danger, and adventures of the heart. When Tara’s not writing, reading, or burning dinner (cooking is definitely not her talent!), she enjoys exploring the great outdoors on her bicycle, taking long hikes with her hubby, diving into DIY projects, knitting, classic rock, and daydreaming about her next story.

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