Companion to the Count by Melissa Kendall

She was in an unusual position as a ward of the duke and companion to his daughter, but with her own income. She was well read and knew how to state her thoughts in a respectful manner. She didn't shy away from conversations most would have considered not suitable for women. Of course Emma agrees to help her out but is surprised when she finds herself starting to have feelings for the charming Sicilian. Although, I probably would have enjoyed the cameos of characters from that book more had I read it.Įmma is asked by Josephine to keep Luca, the Conte di Atella, entertained because she knows he's looking to marry a lady of high birth, and she considers herself too young to be married just yet. Gardiner and the Governess, but I wasn't lost or confused at all. This is the second book in the Clairvoir Castle romance series, but can be read as a standalone. This is a light-hearted, romantic series set in the Regency period. When the time comes for him to go, will she be able to part with him and keep her heart intact?Īs the second stand-alone novel in a new series by author Sally Britton, this story continues the Clairvoir Castle romances. The more time that passes, the more he realizes he does not mind at all.Ĭontinually in the conte’s company, Emma recognizes in him a spirit of adventure and nobility like she has never witnessed before. When he optimistically sets his sights on Lady Josephine, Miss Arlen consistently disrupts his plans. If possible, by marrying a lady of high birth. Luca’s duty as ambassador to England includes everything from negotiating better trade agreements to strengthening the bonds between the two nations.

Luca, the Conte di Atella, left his home in the newly formed Kingdom of the Two Sicilies under the direct orders of King Ferdinand I. How hard can it be to keep one man entertained for a few weeks? When Lady Josephine begs Emma to distract a most determined Sicilian suitor, she agrees at once.

She would do anything to show her support to the ducal family for their love and kindness. Miss Emma Arlen’s position as a companion never included distracting her mistress’s suitors, but when a handsome Italian ambassador arrives determined to find an English bride, Emma happily takes up the cause.Įmma Arlen has spent a decade as a member of the duke’s family, in the position of companion to his daughter and ward to the duke himself.

Companion to the Count by Melissa Kendall