Maddie Hayward has spent three years looking for a husband, but the village is convinced she is destined for her close friend, Kit Mathison. Since neither of them wants a romance, Maddie hatches a plan to break the illusion of their "inevitable" match by entering into a fake courtship with Kit’s brother, Thomas Mathison.
Part of the Maitland Maidens series, which can be read in any order.
Thomas has loved Maddie since they met but feels he cannot offer for her until he is financially stable enough to support a family. He agrees to the ruse to help her, even though he knows pretending to love her will be the hardest task he's ever faced—especially when his feelings are anything but fake. Genre: Sweet Regency Romance (Kisses-only). Download: Mistletoe Bargain with the Bill - Cor...
Fans of authors like Mary Balogh or Tessa Dare often enjoy Cora Lee's work for its balance of emotional stakes and lighthearted banter. On Goodreads , the book holds a steady rating for being a clean, satisfying holiday novella with a guaranteed happily-ever-after.
A short read, typically taking 1–2 hours to finish. Reader Reception Maddie Hayward has spent three years looking for
Fake Relationship , Brother's Best Friend/Close Friends, and Holiday Romance.
In the charming world of Cora Lee's Regency romances, (often referred to in series bundles as part of the Mistletoe Bargain or Maitland Maidens collections) delivers a classic, sweet "sham courtship" tale perfect for holiday reading. Book Overview Thomas has loved Maddie since they met but
If you're looking for a quick, cozy escape into 19th-century England, this title is available through retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble .