A Lady’s Christmas of Convenience: A Clean Historical Regency Romance Book (Proposals During Christmastide 9)
Struggling with financial adversity, Lady Eliza Beaumont faces an unexpected proposal of convenience from William Hartley, the Marquess of Galeshire. Their bond, once akin to that of siblings, takes an unforeseen turn as they confront unspoken emotions. Amidst familial obligations and the presence of a rival suitor, the Christmas season unfolds as the backdrop for a love story, testing the limits of their connection in the delicate dance of a convenient union.
Lady Eliza Beaumont, cherished for her radiant heart and generous spirit, finds herself in uncharted waters when her family’s financial straits lead to a proposed marriage of convenience with William Hartley, the Marquess of Galeshire. While she’s always seen William as a comforting older brother figure, the betrothal awakens unknown feelings within her heart. Is it possible that behind their familial ties, lies a story of love waiting to be told?
William Hartley, the Marquess of Galeshire, has secretly cherished feelings for Eliza Beaumont for years. While their impending union arises from necessity, it brings hope to the silent desires of his heart. With each shared moment, he longs for Eliza to look beyond their shared past and see the profound, silent love he holds for her. Does he possess the bravery to convince her that their connection transcends mere kinship?
Yet, treading the complexities of a marriage of convenience, family expectations, and the presence of a competing suitor lurking in the backdrop, their path to love is riddled with obstacles. Amidst the promise and enchantment of the festive season, can Eliza and William surrender to their burgeoning feelings, or will external challenges keep them apart? As the stakes rise, William’s enduring affection is put to the test, while Eliza grapples with her emerging sentiments.
* Discover a heartwarming love story during Christmas. Follow two souls drawn together against the odds, as they uncover secrets for their lives, challenge conventions, and find a love that knows no boundaries. In a festive joy and Christmas scenery, watch as their bond grows stronger, proving that true affection transcends traditions.
Join their journey of passion and holiday magic in a captivating tale of around 62,000 words and a happy ever after.
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Customer Reviews
J*********n
A Lady’s Christmas of Convenience
A beautiful love story filled with hope and dreams to come. The characters are strong and believable. I enjoyed this story very much.May 17, 2025
D****************r
Friendship into Love
This is a story of friendship that evolves into love. Eliza is disappointed when her father announces a marriage of convenience to William, as she had her heart set on Richard. William is pleased, as his feelings for Eliza have grown over the past year. The story is a little drawn out as they spend each day of December engaged in Christmas activities. The storm, though dramatic, pulled me back into the narrative. Tragedy has a way of clarifying our true emotions, and it reveals that they loved each other all along; their love simply matured into a lasting bond.March 9, 2025
S*****e
sweet, but predictable.
Though a sweet, romantic story, it was long drawn out with too little of a story line. Needs more action and/or suspense.November 11, 2024
S**************z
a great live story
William and Eliza are friends and are to be married in marriage. ELIZA has been attracted to another man who turns out to be bad and William and Elisa really do fall in love.July 11, 2024
O****************s
A Lady’s Christmas Convenience
What a sweet romantic story! Swoon worthy characters and plenty of romance to satisfy all romantics. Good job Amanda. I recommend this book.July 10, 2024
B***y
Not enough dialogue
Too much thought and not enough dialogue. Also too much description which was not needed. I love James Patterson so you see where I am coming from.June 26, 2024
C*******e
A true Christmas miracle
Sure it was predictable but it was also a good read. And of course to top it off their best friends also got bethrohed.March 25, 2024
L******.
A fun and happy story!
This was a fun and happy story set during the snowy winter time, which is one of my favorite times of the year! I enjoyed this sweet & clean romance as this couple struggled through uncertainties and a sort of a triangle in their relationship to find their enduring love at Christmas time.March 17, 2024
P****************s
Duty, Desire, Doubt and Destiny
Author Amanda Stones has presented us with a deeply pensive pair with a lifelong connection, who are loath to place that friendship in jeopardy for the sake of a union born out of necessity. Set in a backdrop of Christmas, the story is charming, but in need of a good edit. Particularly in need of proofreading are character names, which are regularly mixed up, and compound words, which are consistently and puzzlingly broken apart. One wonders if faulty software might be responsible for the latter? Also, the author demonstrates an awkwardness with the English language in such wording as funny shade of white to describe clenched knuckles blanched from fear, as well as repeatedly referring to the Christmas season as the Christmas period. Additional edits should include clarification of who was driving the sleigh that overturned, as well as correction of redundancies occurring a short distance apart, such as within the same paragraph. A more serious grammatical error occurs in chapter 10: …it seemed like Eliza and him might have gotten their friendship back on track. Try instead: …it seemed like Eliza and he might have gotten their friendship back on track. Also in chapter 10, the author uses the phrase upcoming betrothal, when the betrothal had already been announced publicly a few chapters previously. Perhaps upcoming nuptials would be more logical? Otherwise, kudos to the author for a memorable story with creative use of metaphor throughout.March 8, 2024
A*************r
Books
Great reading material. Just love all the historical romance booksMarch 3, 2024
T*********y
Drawn-out
Story consists of repetitive words & statements which drag the Story out without substance. Boring read. Could have been done in 4 chapters.February 4, 2024
A*************r
Disappointing
A clean story a at least as far as I read. I did not finish this book, I got about half way. . The premise for the story I thought was interesting. However, it seemed lack lustre and dragged to my mind. There was too much of the main characters internal thoughts. The female characters kept being addressed incorrectly. An unmarried daughter of an Earl or high status would be Lady First Name , NOT Lady Last Name, that would be her mother! How Catherine and Eliza were addressed alternated between these two. And then there is Lady Margaret who is an Aunt. It is likely she had been/ was married so would be Lady Last Name although it was not clear if she was married. William and Eliza become betrothed but do not meet to discuss it until a ball and then have no time on their own. Given their parents acknowledge their concerns o am sure they would have arranged for them to have time together rather than just announce it at a ball the next day when they have literally just laid eyes on each other. And then they never seemed to discuss it as the days passed. Why not, both felt the need, just unrealistic. And if it’s so important why is there no mention of wedding dates? Then we have the sleigh ride from which they are both thrown as it goes too fast and seems out of control, and then get back into sleigh which is horse drawn. There are other sleighs, no one stops and comes to help? Who is driving the sleigh, absolutely no mention. I doubt it was William as no mention of him trying to slow the horse(s), so you assume a servant. What happened to them? How come the sleigh stopped where they came out. If it was travelling too quick and they were thrown out surely it would have carried on and been a fair way off. Richard seems upset that Eliza is now betrothed, but as he is well known to her father and Eliza had been expecting him to propose for some time so really some is his own fault for not doing anything. Maybe it’s explained later in the book but as said I did not finish it. I usually manage to finish a book, but I just could not go on with this one.January 31, 2024
s**********r
A Childhood friendship Turns to Love
Two young people who had been friends all their lives find their fathers had betroughed them in marriage. Their friendship ended when they did not communicate how they felt for one another. They had to grow into love.January 11, 2024
S************n
Finally saying those three precious words!
This story was very beautiful. It was heartwarming and tender. Worth the read. I did find that the story might have been better if the climax had been longer as many questions about Eliza’s family had been resolved.January 5, 2024
D*****s
Sweet story of love…
Pretty simple review: Quick read. Interesting plot. Sweet story. If you are looking to pass the time over the holidays, give this book a try.December 29, 2023
A*******.
Christmas Romance
I enjoyed this book. I felt some of it was repetitious. By telling the same scene though the eyes of more than one person. Other than that it was a good read.December 27, 2023
M******************a
Friendship leading to love eliminates obscurity
This is a sweet novel about how childhood friends become romantically entwined. In this case, it is the gentleman, Lord William Hartley, who discovers of romantic love towards his dear friend, who he always viewed as a sister. While Lady Eliza Beaumont took a little longer to discern her feelings towards Lord William. It does not help matters when their own fathers arranged a marriage of convenience between the two to ensure that their family names are united and their estate combined amidst the Beaumont family facing financial distress. It’s easy for Lord William as his feelings have been there for sometime. For him, it’s no marriage of convenience. But for Lady Eliza, it’s more complicated, especially when another eligible suitor comes into the picture. It’s an enjoyable historical romance but this reader has some misgivings about the characterization. Hence, the star deductions. Despite being a respected and well-loved and mentored gentleman of nobility, Lord William Hartley is uncharacteristically and illogically severely lacking of self confidence. That doesn’t make sense. He could’ve save so much heartache for himself and Lady Eliza if he only expressed his feelings, regardless of acceptance or rejection. Second, Lady Eliza is unconsciously callous and quite immature at times especially when the other suitor appears. She disregards an old friend while giving attention to a gentleman who she doesn’t even know. There is not much angst in this story which somehow lessens the lovers’ ordeals and the story’s impact. The writing is at uneven and inconsistent. Slow paced at times and fast in others, there are also sections which can be done without. Nevertheless, the author ought to be commended for her effort.December 26, 2023
C*m
Sweet Christmas romance
This is a marriage/ courtship of convenience, and I love it! Amanda Stones does a great job of showing the development of love. Whether it’s Christmas or not, this is a fun regency clean romance to read!December 25, 2023
A*************r
Excellent
Excellent Read for the Christmas Season.December 22, 2023
c**********3
Romance
Well written. Love the characters.December 21, 2023
J*d
Great read!
Lady Elija will always have a piece of William’s heart except she only sees him as a good friend. Her heart has gone out to Richard to whom she hopes to marry. But her father and William’s father had other plans. Both families have always been close and when Elija’s father lost investments while I’ll William’s father suggested the families join forces through the marriage of William and Elija. This love story comes with many twists and turns which makes it a worthy read.December 21, 2023
Jo
Sweet friends
Eliza and William are friends but William wants more. Can these two go beyond friendship? Read this sweet Christmas story with it’s twists, turns and great ending. One of this authors best so far. Well written and full of sweet moments to keep you warm during this special holiday.December 21, 2023
