In the sparkling world of London's elite, Lady Annabelle Elizabeth Fitzroy hides her scars from past heartbreak, embracing her fierce spirit among the ton. Beneath the watchful gaze of the stars, she secretly nurtures her love for astronomy, finding solace in the celestial mysteries that light up her nights, away from the ton’s pretentious gaze. Amidst the opulent parties and stifling expectations, Annabelle's life takes an unexpected turn when she is accidentally spotted in an awkward position with a ravishing Viscount. As the scandalous airs of the ton can destroy everything she holds dear, she must choose between freedom and her growing desire for the man he might take it away… Will she let herself go to experience her burning passion? Lord William Alexander Channing, Viscount of Ashbourne, newly elevated in society, is utterly confounded by the intrigue and complexities of the ton. Reluctantly, he immerses himself in the world of lavish celebrations, unaware that one fateful evening will shatter his perception of life. When scandal is about to burst and destroy his and Lady Annabelle’s reputation once and for all, duty rises and untamed emotions of lust ignite inside him. Will Lord William conquer the ton's scandal and keep his burning desire for Lady Annabelle, or will it force them apart? As Annabelle’s and William’s worlds collide in a scandal of epic proportions and the ton's machinations play out, their unwavering devotion push the boundaries of their flaming love. As notorious antagonists and schemes risk to ruin them both, the star-crossed lovers manage to find their tantalising refuge underneath the celestial sky. As each twist and turn of their entwined destinies unfolds… Will their sizzling romance shine as brightly as the stars , or will it be extinguished by the relentless gossip and societal pressures? Can the very chaos that brought them together also tear them apart for good? "Starry Nights, Scandal, and a Fiery Lady" is a historical romance novel of approximately 60,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Henrietta Harding was born in Atlanta, but she moved to Europe with her parents at the age of 7. She fell in love with France, and especially Paris, a city that inspired and continues to inspire her a lot.
No one is born a romance writer, but she got a good start. She has been writing since she was 4 years old; while other children had just started talking more fluently she had already written her first poem! She studied French literature at the University of Strasbourg where she met her husband during her second year in college.
Henrietta makes her home in Boston where she spends her time writing her own enchanting historical romances, and chasing around her dog for long hours, without even noticing. She truly believes the most perfect heroes and heroines are imperfect, and she rather enjoys torturing them before giving them a well deserved happily ever after!
⚖️⚖️ONE EXPLOSIVE WILD RIDE ⚖️⚖️ Spinning stars Stan! Henrietta just cranked my tractor, dialed my number and rang my bell with this hot little firecracker, delivering some harsh lessons and relentless expectations. One skillfully composed, hard hitting, heart pounding, pulse racing, adrenaline pumping, page flipping, block busting piece of perfection, exploding this baby to life brilliantly. Crushed limitations and boundless restrictions are heightened and expanded, unmasking the soaring ups and titillating downs. Catapulting this gem into a tailspin with a life-altering culmination. The attraction and chemistry collides with such intensity and ardor, exploding with boundless emotions and infinite affections, bringing our characters closer, uniting them together beautifully. The characters, banter, interactions and charged atmosphere along with relatable qualities and individual traits adding diversity, transforming into genuine realistic personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and vivid descriptions creating an elaborate backdrop that makes the storyline explode. Remarkable job Henrietta, thanks for sharing this amazing thrill with us.
Inconsistencies throughout the book. Ex. Both Edward and Williams father supposed to have died within a fortnight of each other, y e t William's father was very much alive later in story. Aunt Charlotte is at the cottage then is never mentioned again, as well as Annabelles parents.