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RCR: Of Silver and Secrets by Michelle Griep

RCR: Of Silver and Secrets by Michelle Griep

by | Jun 29, 2026 | Reading Challenge

It’s another month of our Tackle Your TBR Pile reading challenge. So dig through that stack of books you’ve been meaning to read that’s taller than you and start reading!

Don’t forget to comment at the bottom of the post for your chance to win a book off my prize shelf. *The list of prizes from my shelf can be found here.*

Reading Challenge 2026: Tackle the TBR Pile

This Month: June – Somewhere you want to travel

Next Month: July – Patriotic theme, time period, or occupation

Flying across the pond and having tea in England is HIGH on my dream list, so it wasn’t hard to choose a Michelle Griep book. I’ve fallen behind on her books, so I used this month as a chance to get caught up on at least one of her books. 

I loved the second-chance, friends-to-more romance between Bram and Eva. Overcoming the past hurts felt realistic, and of course, the swoon factor was up. Bram was a man of integrity, faith, sacrifice, and insecurities that made him lovable. Eva’s own past guilt, financial struggles, and the struggle to know what was best for her sister had me invested in her and Penny’s future right from the beginning. It’s always a palate cleanser to read one of Michelle’s books, and I have no idea why I waited so long to catch up with this one. It has all the things I love, mystery, history, adventure, and a romance that is sweet, enjoyable, and swoony. 

 

Of Silver and Secrets by Michelle Griep

Genre: Historical Romance, Victorian

In 1889 Victorian England, Eva Inman is haunted by guilt over her parents’ deaths while struggling to care for her blind sister and manage her family’s crumbling estate. With the tax deadline looming, Eva’s situation looks dire until an ancient silver ring is unearthed on the property. Despite superstitions warning against disturbing the supposedly cursed acres, Eva’s need for funds ignites her curiosity about the potential of finding more buried relics.

Cambridge professor Bram Webb must prove a legendary Christian Roman settlement exists, or he’ll risk exposing his uncle’s deteriorating memory and they’ll both lose their positions. Then Eva steps into his office with the prospect of an archaeological dig that might lead to the very evidence Bram requires–provided he and Eva can set aside painful memories of a time they would rather forget. As the dig forces the two to confront their pasts, the work becomes fraught with challenges that threaten Eva’s and Bram’s hopes, as well as the growing attraction between them.

Purchase Links:

Amazon

 

Of Silver and Secrets by Michelle Griep

Giveaway Details

Here’s your chance to win a book off my prize shelf. Comment with what YOU read for your chance to win! Entries close on 7th of each month. Open to legal U.S. residents and international residents. *International winners will receive a $10 Amazon gift card in lieu of a book from the prize shelf due to shipping costs.* See Giveaway Policies for more details.

A Brief History of the Secret Service: Part 2 – The Making of an Operative

A Brief History of the Secret Service: Part 2 – The Making of an Operative

by | Jun 23, 2026 | Bonus Content, Counterfeit Faith, Counterfeit Hope, Counterfeit Love, History Facts

A Brief History of the Secret Service

“The detection of crime, when entered upon with an honest purpose to discover the haunts of criminals and protect society from their depredations by bringing them to justice, is held to be an honorable calling and worthy of commendation of all good men.”

– Hiram C. Whitley, Chief of the Secret Service, May 1869 – September 1874

 

Welcome to my series of blog posts revisiting my research on the Secret Service for my Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age series. For the next few months, I’ll be posting about their history. At the end of each post, I’ll include my resources and links to the other posts. As each post goes live, the links will be updated.

Part 2: The Making of an Operative

 

Operatives tended to have military, police, or detective experience and come from a law-abiding middle-class background. These men were successful in life prior to being appointed and often had a job history that indicated an ambition to do more.

 

Unlike their predecessors, they adapted their behavior to bureaucratic routines, followed orders, and obeyed rules. They were talented detectives, highly tolerant of paperwork, and committed to organizational goals.

 

They were a tough, capable, and honorable breed, with high standards of personal integrity, who felt it their duty to interact with criminals for the greater good of society.

 

 

THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF BEING AN OPERATIVE IN THE 1880S

 

“Employees will be judged by the character they sustain, by the results they accomplish, and by the manner in which they accomplish them.” – Elmer Washburn, Chief of the Secret Service 1874-1876

 

  • Avoid “any appearance of impropriety or disgraceful behavior.”

 

  • Criminals are not personal acquaintances; they are enemies of the social order.

 

  • Submit weekly reports to the director. They must include accounts of your actions and expenses every hour of every day.

 

  • Do not accept gifts or gratuities to perform or forgo official duties.

 

  • Do not deliver or give permission to use counterfeit money to any unauthorized person.

 

  • All arrests must be in strict conformity to civil law and with the cooperation of the local policing institution.

 

  • All financial transactions must be reported, even those involving criminals.

 

  • Report all criminal transactions: what was paid for counterfeit money, from whom it was purchased, where the deal was made, the kind of bogus money purchased, and how much counterfeit was obtained.

 

  • Record “all charges for information and assistance,” including names and residences of each person receiving these sums.

 

  • Purchasing counterfeit money must be done for the smallest, practical amount.

 

  • “Authority must be had from this Office before any bargain is made for information or assistance, unless the operative can clearly make it appear that the interest of the service would have suffered materially by the delay necessary, in order to obtain such authority.”

 

  • “Operatives will neither promise, either by word or implication, immunity from punishment, nor anything in mitigation of sentence, to any person for any offense he may have committed.”

 

  • Suspects must be warned about their rights – everything they say will be documented and used against them in court. Suspects needn’t answer any questions until a lawyer is obtained. (This was long before the Miranda Rights became required in 1966.)

Check out the Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age Series

Can these four Secret Service Operatives catch the counterfeiters … without losing their hearts?

 

A Gilded Age Secret Service historical romance series, with mystery and suspense

Counterfeit Truth by Crystal Caudill
Counterfeit Love by Crystal Caudill, a Gilded Age romance and mystery
Counterfeit Faith by Crystal Caudill

Read more about the Secret Service’s History

 

Part 1: The Early Days
Part 2: The Making of an Operative
Part 3: The Challenges They Faced
Part 4: Bringing Criminals to Justice
Part 5: Using Informants
Part 6: Working Undercover
Part 7: A Real Case
Part 8: Dictionary
Part 9: Fun Facts

Resources

While I’m not going to list all the resources I used in research for this story, I will leave you with a few of my favorites in case you want to research further.

 

Books

Illegal Tender by David R Johnson* (My personal favorite. It gives you a look at counterfeiters AND the Secret Service.)

The United States Secret Service by Walter S. Bowen and Harry Edward Neal

Freedom’s Detective: The Secret Service, the Ku Klux Klan, and the Man Who Masterminded America’s First War on Terror by Charles Lane

True Detective Stories by Andrew L. Drummond (Digital)

 
Excerpts from the History of the United States Secret Service, 1865-1975 by the United States Secret Service (Digital)
 
 

Digital Resources

 
The Secret Service’s Webiste
 
Secret Service Museum Tour (Closed to the Public – video) 
 
The U.S. Secret Service: History and Missions by Shawn Reese Analyst in Emergency Management and Homeland Security Policy

 

ABOUT CRYSTAL CAUDILL

Crystal Caudill is the author of “dangerously good historical romance.” Her debut novel, Counterfeit Love, was a 2023 Carol Award finalist, and her novella, “Star of Wonder,” won the 2024 Christy Award for short form. She loves history, hot tea, all things bookish, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. She is a stay-at-home mom, caregiver, and chaos organizer. When she isn’t writing, Crystal can be found hanging with her family and playing board games at her home outside Cincinnati, Ohio. Find out more at crystalcaudill.com.

Connect with the author:

Website  |  Newsletter  |  Facebook  |  Facebook Group  |  Instagram  |  Pinterest  |  Amazon  |  BookBub  |  GoodReads

A Question for You:

 

What was your favorite fact shared today? 

A Brief History of the Secret Service: Part 1 – The Early Days

A Brief History of the Secret Service: Part 1 – The Early Days

by | Jun 14, 2026 | Bonus Content, Counterfeit Faith, Counterfeit Hope, Counterfeit Love, History Facts

A Brief History of the Secret Service

“The detection of crime, when entered upon with an honest purpose to discover the haunts of criminals and protect society from their depredations by bringing them to justice, is held to be an honorable calling and worthy of commendation of all good men.”

– Hiram C. Whitley, Chief of the Secret Service, May 1869 – September 1874

 

Welcome to my series of blog posts revisiting my research on the Secret Service for my Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age series. For the next few months, I’ll be posting about their history. At the end of each post, I’ll include my resources and links to the other posts. As each post goes live, the links will be updated.

Part 1: The Early Days

 

While many people today think of the Secret Service as primarily protecting the President, that duty did not actually become a part of their repertoire until 1894. Until 1902* it was conducted only informally and part-time, and even then, only two operatives were assigned full-time to the White House. So what did they do from their creation in 1865 until 1902, and beyond?

 

*Taken from the Secret Service’s website, as there are conflicting dates.

 

Counterfeiters Beware

 

It is estimated that one-third of the circulating U.S. currency was counterfeit during the Civil War. Until 1863, there was no national currency. Each state and bank had its own banknote design, making it an easy world for counterfeiters to thrive. Public confidence in a nation’s currency is critical to the health of the country’s economy, and the United States was in serious trouble. Even after the installation of a national currency in 1863, counterfeiters thrived. Only local police and occasional investigations by the War Department hampered counterfeiters.

 

On April 14th, 1865, Secretary of the Treasury Hugh McCullough brought attention to the growing trouble of counterfeiting and insisted that a permanent, continuous, aggressive, organized effort was needed to thwart this menace to the economy. Abraham Lincoln agreed and authorized him to move forward. That same night, Abraham Lincoln was shot by John Wilkes Booth. Despite the turmoil in the government that followed, on July 5, 1865, William P. Wood was sworn in as the first Chief of the U.S. Secret Service.

 

About 30 men made up this first group of Secret Service operatives. Headquarters were set up in Washington, and 11 field offices were established in cities throughout the country. A guide list of six “general orders” was issued*:

 

  1. Each man must recognize that his service belongs to the government through 24 hours of every day.
  2. All must agree to assignment to the locations chosen by the Chief and respond to whatever mobility of movement the work might require.
  3. All must exercise such careful saving of money spent for travel, subsistence, and payments for information as can be self-evidently justified.
  4. Continuing employment in the Service will depend upon demonstrated fitness, ability as investigators, and honesty and fidelity in all transactions.
  5. The title of regular employees will be Operative, Secret Service. Temporary employees will be Assistant Operatives or Informants.
  6. All employment will be at a daily pay rate; accounts submitted monthly. Each operative will be expected to keep on hand enough personal reserve funds to carry on Service business between paydays.

 

*Taken from The United States Secret Service by Warren S. Bowen and Harry Edward Neal.

 

Credentials were handwritten letters of appointment until an incident in 1871 forced them to reconsider an alternative. Ira W. Raymond waltzed into a field office posing as an operative and demanded all contraband be turned over to him. The operative on duty felt it odd that he wasn’t notified, and he telegrammed headquarters. Raymond was arrested, but this prompted Chief Whitley (the second Chief) to design and issue distinctive badges and printed credentials to all members of the Secret Service.

 

These badges were five-pointed, silver stars with lacework engraved into each point. “U.S. Secret Service” was stamped into the center of each. Operatives had $25 deducted from their paycheck for the badges, with the promise that it would be returned upon retirement when they turned in their badge. Each operative carried engraved and printed credentials called commissions from that point forward.

 

Unfortunately, the first two administrations of the Secret Service were fraught with scandal. As a result, a cloud hung over the division’s public image. Chief Washburn made some repairs to their reputation, but it was Chief James J. Brooks who really turned things around.

 

One of Chief Brooks’s first acts was to compile and issue the first formal manual of instructions for operatives. These were called “General Orders No. 4.” Under his reformation, the Secret Service was officially recognized as a division of the Treasury Department with its own budget, as limited as it was. Chief Brooks was a hard man and did not believe in vacations for his men. Any leave of absence was given without pay. But through his leadership, public opinion began to shift in a positive direction toward the Secret Service.

Check out the Hidden Hearts of the Gilded Age Series

Can these four Secret Service Operatives catch the counterfeiters … without losing their hearts?

 

A Gilded Age Secret Service historical romance series, with mystery and suspense

Counterfeit Truth by Crystal Caudill
Counterfeit Love by Crystal Caudill, a Gilded Age romance and mystery
Counterfeit Faith by Crystal Caudill

Read more about the Secret Service’s History

 

Part 1: The Early Days
Part 2: The Making of an Operative
Part 3: The Challenges They Faced
Part 4: Bringing Criminals to Justice
Part 5: Using Informants
Part 6: Working Undercover
Part 7: A Real Case
Part 8: Dictionary
Part 9: Fun Facts

Resources

While I’m not going to list all the resources I used in research for this story, I will leave you with a few of my favorites in case you want to research further.

 

Books

Illegal Tender by David R Johnson* (My personal favorite. It gives you a look at counterfeiters AND the Secret Service.)

The United States Secret Service by Walter S. Bowen and Harry Edward Neal

Freedom’s Detective: The Secret Service, the Ku Klux Klan, and the Man Who Masterminded America’s First War on Terror by Charles Lane

True Detective Stories by Andrew L. Drummond (Digital)

 
Excerpts from the History of the United States Secret Service, 1865-1975 by the United States Secret Service (Digital)
 
 

Digital Resources

 
The Secret Service’s Webiste
 
Secret Service Museum Tour (Closed to the Public – video) 
 
The U.S. Secret Service: History and Missions by Shawn Reese Analyst in Emergency Management and Homeland Security Policy

 

Crystal Caudill, author of Gilded Age historical romance and historical romantic suspense

ABOUT CRYSTAL CAUDILL

Crystal Caudill is the author of “dangerously good historical romance.” Her debut novel, Counterfeit Love, was a 2023 Carol Award finalist, and her novella, “Star of Wonder,” won the 2024 Christy Award for short form. She loves history, hot tea, all things bookish, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. She is a stay-at-home mom, caregiver, and chaos organizer. When she isn’t writing, Crystal can be found hanging with her family and playing board games at her home outside Cincinnati, Ohio. Find out more at crystalcaudill.com.

Connect with the author:

Website  |  Newsletter  |  Facebook  |  Facebook Group  |  Instagram  |  Pinterest  |  Amazon  |  BookBub  |  GoodReads

A Question for You:

 

What was your favorite fact shared today? 

Tea Time with Author Deena Adams

Tea Time with Author Deena Adams

by | Jun 9, 2026 | Author Interviews

Tea Time with

Author Deena Adams

 

I’m so glad you’ve joined me today for a special afternoon tea. I’ve got a cup of no-caff chai (a rooibos blend), a tray full of shortbread cookies, cucumber sandwiches, and scones with the requisite clotted cream and jam. Help yourself to anything you like and whatever beverage makes the day perfect.

 

Today, it is my personal joy to introduce you to Deena Adams. Deena writes hope-filled fiction, and her newest release, Stronger than the Storm, is available for you to enjoy now.

 

I’ve been blessed to know Deena since almost the beginning of my writing journey. We met (and continue to meet) at a yearly writing retreat, and I’ve had the privilege of Deena write, edit, and shape Stronger than the Storm into what you read now. I am so proud of her and so excited to introduce you to her.

Before we dive into the interview, allow me to formally introduce you to Deena.

Author Deena Adams

As a Jesus girl for over thirty years, and a pastor’s wife for most of those, Deena Adams understands how important hope is to daily life. This belief fuels her passion to inspire others through hope-filled fiction based on true-life stories.

She is a Certified Mental Health Coach, a multi-award-winning author, an active ACFW member, founder of the Marathon online writers group, and a six-year ACFW Virginia board member.

Deena lives with her husband near the coast in beautiful Virginia. When she’s not writing, reading, or serving in her church, you’ll find her hanging out with family and friends, playing board games, and doting on her seven grandchildren. 

*For those who sign up for Deena’s newsletter, she’s offering an e-copy of her novellette, Behind the Scenes*

 

Connect with the author:

Website  |  Newsletter  |  Facebook  |  Instagram  |  Pinterest  |   LinkedIn  |  X  |  Amazon  |  BookBub  |  GoodReads

Let’s dive into our Speedy Six

Teacup #1

CC: What are you drinking during the interview?

 

Deena: Water with a lemon

CC: City, Suburb, or country?

 

Deena: Suburb

Teacup #3

CC: Watching a new movie or rewatching an old favorite?

 

Deena: Watching a new movie

CC: Be invisible or read minds?

 

Deena: Be invisible

CC: Road trip or airplane?

 

Deena: road tripTeacup #6

CC: Fancy restaurant or home-cooked meal?

 

Deena: Home-cooked meal

Tea Sandwiches and Savories

cucumber sandwich

 

CC: I love getting to see how God works in each author’s life.
 

How have you seen God work in your writing journey?

 

DEENA: When I first launched into the writing world in 2018, I had no clue how to write a novel, nor about everything else that goes along with publishing a book. With my limited knowledge and lack of confidence, I needed God to walk beside me every step of the way on this journey, and He has.

 

I can’t tell you how many times I considered quitting, but when I asked God to let me know if He wanted me to continue, He always gave me some encouragement through a scripture, a friend, a contest recognition, or other means to nudge me forward.

 

Through every rejection along the way, God lifted me up and reminded me that I’m doing this for Him. My only responsibility is to obey, and then leave the results up to Him.

 

I can’t imagine doing this without the Lord. In fact, I would never attempt to do this without Him. I am nothing on my own, and He deserves ALL the credit for anything good that comes from me.

 

cucumber sandwich

 

CC: That is such a good reminder for myself as well. This journey is definitely an act of submission to God. I feel like I might know the next answer, but . . .
 

Why do you write Christian Fiction?

 

DEENA: Because my faith is the most important aspect of my life, and I desire to share God’s amazing grace, mercy, and love with readers through writing stories that point to Jesus and the wonderful hope we have in Him.

 

As an avid reader as far back as I can remember, and a believer for over thirty years, Christian Fiction is what I love to read, so it makes sense that’s what I would write. I especially enjoy reading and writing stories with deep themes and strong faith threads, and I know there are others out there who enjoy that, too, so I hope to provide stories for them that will challenge their faith and help them connect more deeply with God.

 

CC: I love how you desire to share your love of Christ and encourage others through your writing.

Scones with Cream and Jam

This is always my favorite part of high tea … and of book talks! Who doesn’t like to learn about a new story? Before I start asking Deena questions about her book, allow me to whet your appetite with the book description!

 

Stronger than the Storm by Deena Adams

 

GENRE:  Contemporary, Women’s Fiction

 

A runaway teen. A wife’s devastating secret. A family’s reckoning.

Nineteen years after surviving a rocky season in her marriage, Beth Holbrook has built a life defined by strong faith, a committed marriage, and a thriving parenting ministry. On the brink of publishing her first book and expanding her influence, her world unravels when her daughter, Leesa, runs away without a word.

Eighteen-year-old Leesa is furious over her parents’ strict rules—especially their refusal to let her attend a beach party, where the only boy who’s ever noticed her will be. When her best friend suggests escaping to Myrtle Beach, Leesa makes a reckless choice. Six weeks later, she returns home with life-altering news.

While grappling with a volatile blend of failure and anger, Beth’s identity as a pastor’s wife, mother, and respected parenting coach crumbles. Tension rises in her marriage, criticism from her mother intensifies, and her relationships with her children fracture. When Beth reveals a long-buried secret, she risks shattering her family for good.

A hurricane closes in, but the storm inside the Holbrook home may prove even more destructive. Will their family hold together—or has Beth’s confession come too late?

 

Purchase Links:

Amazon  |  Barnes & Noble  |  Books-A-Million  |  Walmart

 

Stronger than the Storm by Deena Adams, Christian Women's Fiction

 

CC: I’m so looking forward to diving into learning more about this story.

 

So what will fans of Stronger than the Storm love about your story and characters?

 

DEENA: Readers who enjoy gritty, real-life fiction that doesn’t shy away from messy situations will appreciate the portrayal of authentic struggles people face, even Christians in the church, including those in ministry positions. The fact that the book was inspired by my experience as a ministry wife and mom of a prodigal child brings another layer of emotion and depth to the story.

Those who love strong spiritual content will especially appreciate the characters’ faith journey as they grow to lean more on the Lord in their trials and accept that He’s working in the hard places, even when it hurts.

Redemption, forgiveness, and a God Who can heal every wounded heart and relationship is another theme in Stronger than the Storm, and what’s not to love about that?

 

CC: Definitely! Those are all things to savor in a story.

 

Who was your favorite character to write? Your least favorite?

 

DEENA: I absolutely adore Leesa’s friend, Jackson. Since I don’t outline before I write a book, he was a surprise character who showed up, and he’s the kind of young man every mother would love for her daughter to bring home. He’s sweet, godly, respectful, and an all-around great guy. I also had fun writing Meddling Mitzi, the church gossip.

My least favorite to write was Isaac, Leesa’s so-called boyfriend. The polar opposite of Jackson, he’s a guy no mother ever dreamed of for her child. It was difficult to write someone so icky, especially the scenes where he hurts Leesa.

I didn’t plan to have two men in Leesa’s life who would contrast one another so perfectly, but in hindsight, they are the perfect dichotomy to show how important it is to surround ourselves with people who point us to the Lord instead of those who pull us away.

 

CC: I love how, when writing, God will bring out details that just completely take the story to the next level.

 

What do you hope readers will take away from your story?

 

DEENA: With so many deep themes included in the story, there are multiple takeaways, but one I’ll mention here is for parents of prodigals. I hope they are encouraged to never give up on their child who has wandered away from God and from them. To keep praying, believing, and loving their prodigal until God brings them home.

 

CC: As my sons are either young adults or about to break into young adulthood, my heart feels this so much. Yes, sweet readers, don’t stop praying.

A Sweet Finish

 

CC: Unfortunately, it is time to wrap up our interview. I always love finishing with a fun question.
 

You are in the back of a police car on your way to jail. What did you do? and is anyone with you? 

 

DEENA: If I’m going to jail, it’s probably because I broke the rules and mentioned Jesus and my faith in a setting where it’s forbidden. I can think of several friends who would be in the police car with me, including Teresa, Traci, and Lynn to name a few.

 

CC: What a great reason to be in a police car!
 

That’s it for now. If you enjoyed getting to know Deena Adams and are curious about their book, I highly recommend you check out Stronger than the Storm. Before we clear the table and pack away the tea stuff, I have a question for you.

 

What aspect of Deena’s book intrigues you most?

Leave your comment below and join the teatime fun. Until next time, may your days be filled with good books and cups of tea (or your favorite beverage)!

RCR: A Foolish Proposal by Kasey Stockton

RCR: A Foolish Proposal by Kasey Stockton

by | May 25, 2026 | Reading Challenge

It’s another month of our Tackle Your TBR Pile reading challenge. So dig through that stack of books you’ve been meaning to read that’s taller than you and start reading! 

Don’t forget to comment at the bottom of the post for your chance to win a book off my prize shelf. *The list of prizes from my shelf can be found here.*

Reading Challenge 2026: Tackle the TBR Pile

This Month: May – Indie Author

Next Month: June – Somewhere you want to visit

My Review

 

There is always something fun about a friend to more story, and that is just what you get in this sweet Regency romance. Not only is it a friends-to-more story, but it’s also a best-friend’s-sister story, which is even more fun.

 

 Tristan and Caroline have a history where Caroline was always the one enamored with Tristan, while Tristan was oblivious and wouldn’t consider her as a potential wife. Of course, the roles flip, and it’s delightful to watch Tristan pursue Caroline while Caroline tries to keep her former attraction firmly in the past.

 

This sweet read was just what I needed for happy sighs and nearly stress-free reading. I’m saying nearly, because there are always things in a good story that have you waiting with eager anticipation to see what will happen next and how things will be resolved. I put it firmly in the sweet and fluffy category because everything does tie up with a neat little bow, but that sometimes is just what I’m looking for in a read.

I’ve already read the first three books in the Gentlemen’s Gamble series, and I look forward to reading the rest.

A Foolish Proposal

by Kasey Stockton

Genre: Sweet Regency Romance

One careless remark. One outrageous proposal. One Season to discover love where they least expect it.

Tristan Shepherd never expected the London Season to throw him back into the path of Caroline Whitby—the spirited girl from his youth who once declared she detested both him and his horses. But when a single careless remark at a glittering ball damages Caroline’s prospects with a promising suitor, she lays the blame squarely at Tristan’s feet.

Determined to make amends—and needing a wife himself—Tristan offers marriage. Caroline flatly refuses. Still, with the Season slipping away, they strike an uneasy bargain: he’ll help her find a husband, and she’ll help him secure a bride.

But as they navigate crowded ballrooms, stolen moments, and the dangerous game of matchmaking, their sparring gives way to a far more perilous discovery: the one match they both swore was impossible might be the only one they truly desire.

***The Gentlemen’s Gamble is a series about seven men racing to the altar in order to avoid losing a wager. Starting January, the books will release in surprise order so as not to give away who the final bachelor and loser of the wager is.

Purchase Link: Amazon

 

A Foolish Proposal by Kasey Stockton, book 3 of The Gentlemen's Gamble

Giveaway Details – Winner: Michaela

Here’s your chance to win a book off my prize shelf. Comment with what YOU read for your chance to win! Entries close on 7th of each month. Open to legal U.S. residents and international residents. *International winners will receive a $10 Amazon gift card in lieu of a book from the prize shelf due to shipping costs.* See Giveaway Policies for more details.

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