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One Night with Tulip
A moonlight kiss plus a Farthingale equals trouble!
Enjoy this next offering in the best selling Farthingale series - Regency romances with humor, heart, sizzling heroes, and a dash of mayhem.
Tulip Farthingale only wanted a first kiss, and where better than in a darkened garden during a ton affair? All she had to do was slip away, and who would notice in the crush? But as with all Farthingales and their innocent intentions, things go awry. She winds up kissing Alexander Havers, the new Duke of Davenport, and they are seen by everyone. She feels awful when he insists on doing the right thing and marrying her. Can this very wrong start to a marriage of convenience -- something not convenient to either of them -- turn into a true love match?
Alexander Havers, the new Duke of Davenport, never expected to inherit a dukedom. He had spent these past few years working in the London constabulary as the magistrate's top investigator, and now finds himself one of London's most sought after bachelors. He does his best to avoid commitment or compromising situations because he has so much work to do in restoring the dukedom and the once respected family name -- but the last few generations of male heirs have all been a disgrace. He certainly does not need the distraction of the delicious Miss Tulip Farthingale. But when he comes to her rescue and is caught in a compromising situation, he knows he must marry her.
Can Alexander and Tulip work together to restore the Davenport estate and figure out whether the sudden deaths of several Davenport dukes in a row were all merely accidental...or is someone trying to kill off these dukes, and will Alexander be next?
Enjoy the entire
My Fair Lily
The Duke I'm Going To Marry
Rules For Reforming A Rake
A Midsummer's Kiss
The Viscount's Rose
Earl Of Hearts
The Viscount And The Vicar's Daughter
A Duke For Adela
Marigold And The Marquess
The Make-Believe Marriage
A Slight Problem With The Wedding
One Night With Tulip
Capturing The Heart Of A Cameron
Never Dare A Duke (novella)
If You Wished For Me (novella)
Enjoy this next offering in the best selling Farthingale series - Regency romances with humor, heart, sizzling heroes, and a dash of mayhem.
Tulip Farthingale only wanted a first kiss, and where better than in a darkened garden during a ton affair? All she had to do was slip away, and who would notice in the crush? But as with all Farthingales and their innocent intentions, things go awry. She winds up kissing Alexander Havers, the new Duke of Davenport, and they are seen by everyone. She feels awful when he insists on doing the right thing and marrying her. Can this very wrong start to a marriage of convenience -- something not convenient to either of them -- turn into a true love match?
Alexander Havers, the new Duke of Davenport, never expected to inherit a dukedom. He had spent these past few years working in the London constabulary as the magistrate's top investigator, and now finds himself one of London's most sought after bachelors. He does his best to avoid commitment or compromising situations because he has so much work to do in restoring the dukedom and the once respected family name -- but the last few generations of male heirs have all been a disgrace. He certainly does not need the distraction of the delicious Miss Tulip Farthingale. But when he comes to her rescue and is caught in a compromising situation, he knows he must marry her.
Can Alexander and Tulip work together to restore the Davenport estate and figure out whether the sudden deaths of several Davenport dukes in a row were all merely accidental...or is someone trying to kill off these dukes, and will Alexander be next?
Enjoy the entire
My Fair Lily
The Duke I'm Going To Marry
Rules For Reforming A Rake
A Midsummer's Kiss
The Viscount's Rose
Earl Of Hearts
The Viscount And The Vicar's Daughter
A Duke For Adela
Marigold And The Marquess
The Make-Believe Marriage
A Slight Problem With The Wedding
One Night With Tulip
Capturing The Heart Of A Cameron
Never Dare A Duke (novella)
If You Wished For Me (novella)
299 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 26, 2026
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Meara Platt
121 books891 followersMeara Platt is happily married to her Russell Crowe look-alike husband, and they have two terrific children. She lives in one of the many great towns on Long Island, New York, and loves it, except for the traffic. She has traveled extensively, occasionally lectures and finds time to write. Her favorite place in all the world is England’s Lake District, which may not come as a surprise since many of her stories are set in that idyllic landscape, including her Romance Writers of America Golden Heart award winning story.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
Another Farthingale book, how wonderful. The Chipping Way curse strikes another unsuspecting pair.
Tulip is a Farthingale cousin brought up by her maternal family after her parents died. Now twenty she's at the end of her first season in London, and other than making three friends, Adela, Marigold and Gregoria, she hasn't really enjoyed it. She's felt naive and a bit lost in London, and has spent time avoiding Alex Havers, newly the Duke of Davenport (their seat is near where she grew up and the Davenport's have horrid reputations).
At the last party of the season Tulip bumps into Alex in the gardens whilst escaping a fortune hunter, and in protecting Tulip, they find themselves engaged. After another quick Farthingale marriage they return to their estate near where Tulip was raised, but the atmosphere is odd, and after reading his grandfather's journal Alex, as a former investigator is concerned that the last four Dukes have died in 'accidents' in the last five years, and learning of at least three other unexpected deaths locally his investigative senses are raised. When Tulip appears to have been drugged, the trusted household staff fall under suspicion. How is the uncle who raised Tulip involved?
Like Gorys book this has an element of 'who dun it' which works really well. I really enjoyed this book, we meet characters from previous books again which always enhanced a book for me.
I hope this isn't the end of the Farthingale's, there is the next generation. I've so enjoyed all the cousins books.. 110/10
Tulip is a Farthingale cousin brought up by her maternal family after her parents died. Now twenty she's at the end of her first season in London, and other than making three friends, Adela, Marigold and Gregoria, she hasn't really enjoyed it. She's felt naive and a bit lost in London, and has spent time avoiding Alex Havers, newly the Duke of Davenport (their seat is near where she grew up and the Davenport's have horrid reputations).
At the last party of the season Tulip bumps into Alex in the gardens whilst escaping a fortune hunter, and in protecting Tulip, they find themselves engaged. After another quick Farthingale marriage they return to their estate near where Tulip was raised, but the atmosphere is odd, and after reading his grandfather's journal Alex, as a former investigator is concerned that the last four Dukes have died in 'accidents' in the last five years, and learning of at least three other unexpected deaths locally his investigative senses are raised. When Tulip appears to have been drugged, the trusted household staff fall under suspicion. How is the uncle who raised Tulip involved?
Like Gorys book this has an element of 'who dun it' which works really well. I really enjoyed this book, we meet characters from previous books again which always enhanced a book for me.
I hope this isn't the end of the Farthingale's, there is the next generation. I've so enjoyed all the cousins books.. 110/10
Review of advance copy received from Author
There is no writer I always hope to read as soon as a new book of hers comes out, and One Night With Tulip dud not disappoint. Meara Platt has not just written a historical romance but an absolutely interesting mystery and suspense story as well. Tulip Farthingale us eager to get her first kiss. However, the gentleman she asks to kiss her would like nothing more than ro trap her in marriage to get a hold of her dowry. Running away from him, she crashes into Alexander Havers, the new Duke of Davenport. In order to save her from a despicable man, he instead offers her a kiss and proposes. Tulip has always been weary of the Davenport name, but Alexander seems different. The Davenport men are known to be womanizers and fond of gambling and many other vices. Once married, the two go back to his estate only to be entrapped in a possible whodunit murder mystery, where they together have to learn to trust each other as well as stay safe while suspecting everyone. A thoroughly engaging story that kept me turning pages all night long.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I think I've read all of these Farthingale Books. If you take them as being a bit of fun and in no way historically accurate, then they're good. The romances in them are fun, and the characters that populate them are likeable.
This time, we have Tulip Farthingale, another young lady in the family named after a flower. She has grown up without parents, but now is being sponsored in her debut into society by her uncle. Like many of the other stories, the hero is a titled gentleman, but one who has worked prior to inheriting his title, this time as an investigator. This comes in handy when he and Tulip, after their rather rushed marriage, find themselves under threat. There are elements of a murder mystery in this story.
This is a fun, light read, and I enjoyed it. There was a little bit of repetition from both main characters about their feelings and their position in life, but not too much. As I say, if you want historical accuracy, this isn't the book for you, but for a light fun read that doesn't take itself too seriously, then you won't go far wrong.
This time, we have Tulip Farthingale, another young lady in the family named after a flower. She has grown up without parents, but now is being sponsored in her debut into society by her uncle. Like many of the other stories, the hero is a titled gentleman, but one who has worked prior to inheriting his title, this time as an investigator. This comes in handy when he and Tulip, after their rather rushed marriage, find themselves under threat. There are elements of a murder mystery in this story.
This is a fun, light read, and I enjoyed it. There was a little bit of repetition from both main characters about their feelings and their position in life, but not too much. As I say, if you want historical accuracy, this isn't the book for you, but for a light fun read that doesn't take itself too seriously, then you won't go far wrong.
Review of advance copy received from Author
The Farthingale ladies are all named after flowers.
Tulip is beautiful with big eyes and a kind soul.
She adventures into a garden to perhaps get a kiss but finds herself in trouble.
Alexander is an investigator and a newly crowned Duke.
He is familiar with Tulip and is actually smitten with her.
He rescues her from another who has ill intentions. With a kiss and an offer of marriage, Tulip is saved from ruin.
They have to negotiate their new marital status, restore the estate where Alexander has terrible memories, and solve the recent deaths that led to his Dukedom.
An entrancing romance with a little mystery and danger.
The Farthingales never fail to make us fall in love with them and their extended family.
I received an ARC but the honest opinion is my own.
Tulip is beautiful with big eyes and a kind soul.
She adventures into a garden to perhaps get a kiss but finds herself in trouble.
Alexander is an investigator and a newly crowned Duke.
He is familiar with Tulip and is actually smitten with her.
He rescues her from another who has ill intentions. With a kiss and an offer of marriage, Tulip is saved from ruin.
They have to negotiate their new marital status, restore the estate where Alexander has terrible memories, and solve the recent deaths that led to his Dukedom.
An entrancing romance with a little mystery and danger.
The Farthingales never fail to make us fall in love with them and their extended family.
I received an ARC but the honest opinion is my own.
January 11, 2026
Tulip, at the end of her first season, is rescued from a fortune hunter in the garden, by Alex, Duke of Davenport. Since they were discovered together, in a compromising position, Alex quickly proposes marriage.
When they return to Alex's estate, strange events start occurring. When Alex suspects that Tulip was drugged, everyone on the estate is under suspicion.
There is a wonderful storyline with a mystery, great secondary characters, some from the previous books, and fabulous chemistry between Tulip and Alex.
When they return to Alex's estate, strange events start occurring. When Alex suspects that Tulip was drugged, everyone on the estate is under suspicion.
There is a wonderful storyline with a mystery, great secondary characters, some from the previous books, and fabulous chemistry between Tulip and Alex.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I loved this book, so here's a little about why:
Tulip Farthingale just wanted a first kiss, not a full‑scale social detonation, but when has a Farthingale ever slipped away quietly? One minute she’s sneaking into a dark garden for a little romantic research, and the next she’s lip‑locked with Alexander Havers, the brand‑new Duke of Davenport… in front of half the ton. Congratulations, Tulip, you’ve rushed the marriage mart.
Alexander, meanwhile, is the kind of man who wakes up one morning a constabulary investigator and the next a duke with a crumbling estate, a cursed family tree, and a reputation held together with twine. The last thing he needs is a delicious, distracting Farthingale. Naturally, that’s exactly what he gets - and secretly wants.
What follows is a marriage of convenience that is wildly inconvenient for both of them - unless you count sizzling chemistry, accidental charm, and a murder mystery that keeps killing off Davenport dukes and will Alex be next? Tulip brings sunshine, chaos, and unexpected competence; Alexander brings, brawn, and the emotional range of a man who has not slept since 1812. Together - they are irresistible!
This story is peak Meara Platt: sweet, funny, romantic, and sprinkled with just enough danger to keep you wildly turning pages. Tulip and Alexander prove that sometimes the wrong kiss in the wrong garden at the wrong moment is exactly how fate gets things right. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Tulip Farthingale just wanted a first kiss, not a full‑scale social detonation, but when has a Farthingale ever slipped away quietly? One minute she’s sneaking into a dark garden for a little romantic research, and the next she’s lip‑locked with Alexander Havers, the brand‑new Duke of Davenport… in front of half the ton. Congratulations, Tulip, you’ve rushed the marriage mart.
Alexander, meanwhile, is the kind of man who wakes up one morning a constabulary investigator and the next a duke with a crumbling estate, a cursed family tree, and a reputation held together with twine. The last thing he needs is a delicious, distracting Farthingale. Naturally, that’s exactly what he gets - and secretly wants.
What follows is a marriage of convenience that is wildly inconvenient for both of them - unless you count sizzling chemistry, accidental charm, and a murder mystery that keeps killing off Davenport dukes and will Alex be next? Tulip brings sunshine, chaos, and unexpected competence; Alexander brings, brawn, and the emotional range of a man who has not slept since 1812. Together - they are irresistible!
This story is peak Meara Platt: sweet, funny, romantic, and sprinkled with just enough danger to keep you wildly turning pages. Tulip and Alexander prove that sometimes the wrong kiss in the wrong garden at the wrong moment is exactly how fate gets things right. I voluntarily read and reviewed an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 19, 2026
Terrific Read!!
One Night with Tulip, book 12 in Meara Platt’s Farthingale series was terrific! I loved the mystery surrounding Thornwycke Hall, and the murders of the former dukes, prior to Alexander Havers become Duke. Alex and Tulip, although a marriage of convenience, just glow with the love between them, and they work well together. With their investigative skills, they could have their own series! Hmmm…….🤔
One Night with Tulip, book 12 in Meara Platt’s Farthingale series was terrific! I loved the mystery surrounding Thornwycke Hall, and the murders of the former dukes, prior to Alexander Havers become Duke. Alex and Tulip, although a marriage of convenience, just glow with the love between them, and they work well together. With their investigative skills, they could have their own series! Hmmm…….🤔
Review of advance copy received from Author
A delightful romance with heart, a fun and entertaining story that bring the characters to life. Tulip and Alexander are wonderful and quite well suited. A little mayhem and lots of love lead to the best happily ever after.
January 29, 2026
Reaction
Love the Farthingale series that takes bachelors down with a single fall. Tulip and Alex met because of his work before he became a Duke. In true tradition, she has to marry to maintain her reputation. I highly recommend this series.
Love the Farthingale series that takes bachelors down with a single fall. Tulip and Alex met because of his work before he became a Duke. In true tradition, she has to marry to maintain her reputation. I highly recommend this series.
January 29, 2026
Another gem in the Farthingale series
If I am honest I love this series and this author. She always creates the best characters and mysteries. These books can stand alone but I encourage readers to read the entire set. You will not be disappointed
If I am honest I love this series and this author. She always creates the best characters and mysteries. These books can stand alone but I encourage readers to read the entire set. You will not be disappointed
January 28, 2026
Always a winner!
Love the Farthingales! Tulip is definitely a grand addition to the family. Always a mystery! And this one was sure a puzzle! Great read!
Love the Farthingales! Tulip is definitely a grand addition to the family. Always a mystery! And this one was sure a puzzle! Great read!
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