Christmas at the Gilded Age Resorts
(2025)An omnibus of novels by Kathleen Denly, Denise Farnsworth, Blossom Turner and Denise Weimer
Experience the splendor of winter at America's most prestigious Gilded Age resorts. Journey through three enchanting tales of romance and intrigue set against the backdrop of Florida's majestic Hotel Belleview, California's iconic Hotel del Coronado, and Georgia's exclusive Jekyll Island Club.
A Winter at the White Queen by Denise Farnsworth
Ellie Hastings is tired of playing social gatekeeper—and poor-relation companion—to her Gibson Girl of a cousin. But her aunt insists Ellie lift her nose out of her detective novel long enough to help gauge the eligibility of bachelors during the winter social season at Florida’s Hotel Belleview. She finds plenty that’s mysterious about the suave, aloof Philadelphia inventor, Lewis Thornton. Why does he keep sneaking around the hotel? Does he have a secret sweetheart? And what is his connection to the evasive Mr. Gaspachi, slated to perform at Washington’s Birthday Ball?
Ellie’s comical sleuthing ought to put Lewis out, but the diffident way her family treats her smashes a hole in his normal reserve. When Florence Hastings''s diamond necklace goes missing, Ellie’s keen mind threatens to uncover not only Lewis’s secrets, but give him back hope for love.
A Christmas at Hotel del Coronado by Kathleen Denly
Her entire life, Eleanore Wainright has been molded to fit the ideal society wife in the glittering world of New York's elite. Her father's aspirations for her are clear: marry a man of wealth and status, and secure their family's future. But when she arrives at the Hotel del Coronado with intentions to do just that, Eleanore's carefully laid plans are thrown into disarray when she comes face to face with Thomas Harding, the man who shattered her heart and disappeared without a trace.
Working as a bellboy at California’s newest and most prestigious resort, Thomas never imagined crossing paths with Eleanore again, let alone amidst the backdrop of a suspicious death.
As the investigation continues and tensions rise, Eleanore and Thomas are forced to confront not only the ghosts of their past but also the secrets that threaten to destroy their future and the futures of those they hold dear. With the eyes of New York's elite upon them, they must choose between the responsibilities they’re expected to fulfill and the love they've always yearned for, risking everything in the process.
Christmas at the Jekyll Island Club by Blossom Turner
Though spunky Savannah Ensworth was born into wealth and privilege, she longs for the freedom allotted to men. Marriage is the very last thing on her to-do list. As the sole heir to her father’s fortune, she’s in no hurry to turn the freedom that comes with wealth over to a husband.
Bored and restless, she arrives for yet another mind-numbing winter season at the Jekyll Island Millionaire’s Club. There is nothing new under the sun…or so she thinks until she meets Joseph Bennett, the visiting reverend.
As sparks fly, a forbidden attraction grows. But will their very different lives snuff out any hope of a future? And is she ready to give up the freedom she’s always desired for a love that could cost her everything?
Lose yourself in these inspiring tales of romance and faith, where winter brings more than just society's elite to America's most exclusive resorts. Perfect for readers seeking clean, uplifting historical romance with a message of faith.
Genre: Inspirational
A Winter at the White Queen by Denise Farnsworth
Ellie Hastings is tired of playing social gatekeeper—and poor-relation companion—to her Gibson Girl of a cousin. But her aunt insists Ellie lift her nose out of her detective novel long enough to help gauge the eligibility of bachelors during the winter social season at Florida’s Hotel Belleview. She finds plenty that’s mysterious about the suave, aloof Philadelphia inventor, Lewis Thornton. Why does he keep sneaking around the hotel? Does he have a secret sweetheart? And what is his connection to the evasive Mr. Gaspachi, slated to perform at Washington’s Birthday Ball?
Ellie’s comical sleuthing ought to put Lewis out, but the diffident way her family treats her smashes a hole in his normal reserve. When Florence Hastings''s diamond necklace goes missing, Ellie’s keen mind threatens to uncover not only Lewis’s secrets, but give him back hope for love.
A Christmas at Hotel del Coronado by Kathleen Denly
Her entire life, Eleanore Wainright has been molded to fit the ideal society wife in the glittering world of New York's elite. Her father's aspirations for her are clear: marry a man of wealth and status, and secure their family's future. But when she arrives at the Hotel del Coronado with intentions to do just that, Eleanore's carefully laid plans are thrown into disarray when she comes face to face with Thomas Harding, the man who shattered her heart and disappeared without a trace.
Working as a bellboy at California’s newest and most prestigious resort, Thomas never imagined crossing paths with Eleanore again, let alone amidst the backdrop of a suspicious death.
As the investigation continues and tensions rise, Eleanore and Thomas are forced to confront not only the ghosts of their past but also the secrets that threaten to destroy their future and the futures of those they hold dear. With the eyes of New York's elite upon them, they must choose between the responsibilities they’re expected to fulfill and the love they've always yearned for, risking everything in the process.
Christmas at the Jekyll Island Club by Blossom Turner
Though spunky Savannah Ensworth was born into wealth and privilege, she longs for the freedom allotted to men. Marriage is the very last thing on her to-do list. As the sole heir to her father’s fortune, she’s in no hurry to turn the freedom that comes with wealth over to a husband.
Bored and restless, she arrives for yet another mind-numbing winter season at the Jekyll Island Millionaire’s Club. There is nothing new under the sun…or so she thinks until she meets Joseph Bennett, the visiting reverend.
As sparks fly, a forbidden attraction grows. But will their very different lives snuff out any hope of a future? And is she ready to give up the freedom she’s always desired for a love that could cost her everything?
Lose yourself in these inspiring tales of romance and faith, where winter brings more than just society's elite to America's most exclusive resorts. Perfect for readers seeking clean, uplifting historical romance with a message of faith.
Genre: Inspirational
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