The Bride, the Birds, & the Bees
A Cozy Victorian Romance

Lady Prudence Barsley and Mr. Jeremy Ward strike a deal that defies convention: her dowry for his store, his support for her research, and no hearts involved.As they embark on a marriage built for practicality, Prudence throws herself into her study of the city's avian residents, finding independence within her own household. Jeremy remains a steadfast companion, respectful of her boundaries, and admirably composed. But as their friendship deepens and evolves, it becomes increasingly more difficult to hide what they actually want.When whispered confessions and stolen moments stir desires neither of them prepared for, the carefully constructed walls around their hearts begin to crumble, rather inconveniently, given the terms of their arrangement (and the excessive number of in-laws inhabiting their guest rooms).Amidst foggy parks and formal drawing rooms, The Bride, the Bird, and the Bees unravels a tale of unexpected love, self-discovery, and the distracting problem of falling for one's own spouse.Perfect for fans of Julia Quinn's witty banter, Evie Dunmore's bluestocking heroines, and Tessa Dare's marriage-of-conveniences, The Bride, the Bird, and the Bees delivers a cozy romance with dry wit, high spice, a house full of uninvited in-laws, and a heroine more interested in pigeons than propriety.Tropes:✓ Marriage-of-Convenience✓ Only One Bed✓ Slow Burn✓ Friends to Lovers✓ Green Flag MMC✓ Bluestocking Heroine✓ He Falls First