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How to Claim a Governess’s Heart
Ever since her parents died, Bridget Thatcher has been left destitute and determined that she will never find happiness in her life. Having been left with no choice, she becomes a governess to earn her living. Fortune smiles on her, though, when she is assigned to a little girl that quickly warms her broken heart. Life takes a terrible turn when the child's parents die, and she is tasked with bringing the girl to her new and mysterious guardian. Even though she can't stop thinking about him ever since she met him, she knows that she has to put love aside and stand by the little girl who needs her more than ever. Will she manage to protect the lonely child and win a place to her charming guardian's heart? Would life finally hand her a happy ending?
Lord John Hughan is running out of time, as he has only one year to prove to his brother that he can succeed as an author or else he will lose his inheritance for good. It doesn't seem his life could get any more complicated until a strange woman appears on his doorstep with the orphan that has been left in his custody. With each passing day, he becomes very protective to the little girl, and he finds himself drawn to the most loving governess he has ever seen. But his family's constant deterrents will make his life a whirlwind, forcing him to reach decisions that will deeply hurt his heart. Will John manage to keep both ladies safe? In the end, will he follow his heart and make his dreams come true?
Though the timing is all wrong, Bridget and John cannot turn their back to their growing affection. However, Bridget carries the guilt of a secret that could rip all her happy dreams, if ever discovered. Will John and Bridget claim each other's heart before the last rose petal of their love falls? Will they become the parent figures that the lovely girl deserves and heal her broken heart?
"How to Claim a Governess's Heart" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
Lord John Hughan is running out of time, as he has only one year to prove to his brother that he can succeed as an author or else he will lose his inheritance for good. It doesn't seem his life could get any more complicated until a strange woman appears on his doorstep with the orphan that has been left in his custody. With each passing day, he becomes very protective to the little girl, and he finds himself drawn to the most loving governess he has ever seen. But his family's constant deterrents will make his life a whirlwind, forcing him to reach decisions that will deeply hurt his heart. Will John manage to keep both ladies safe? In the end, will he follow his heart and make his dreams come true?
Though the timing is all wrong, Bridget and John cannot turn their back to their growing affection. However, Bridget carries the guilt of a secret that could rip all her happy dreams, if ever discovered. Will John and Bridget claim each other's heart before the last rose petal of their love falls? Will they become the parent figures that the lovely girl deserves and heal her broken heart?
"How to Claim a Governess's Heart" is a historical romance novel of approximately 80,000 words. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after.
442 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 14, 2020
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About the author
Bridget Barton
165 books206 followersBridget Barton was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas.
She has studied English Literature in college and after a brief passage in journalism as a newspaper writer, she stirred her career to what she always loved: becoming an author!
She has always been intrigued by rascals, vagabonds, dukes and rogues, so having the chance to write stories about them is a wish come true for her!
Bridget is married to her own prince charming and is the proud mother of two daughters (and three adorable kittens) and soon to be a grandma!
She is a hopeless romantic who devours romance literature and of course enjoys writing love stories of her own.
When she is not writing, Bridget is relaxing by cooking for her lovely husband, exercising and listening to soft music.
Bridget loves to connect with her readers!
With love and respect,
Bridget Barton
She has studied English Literature in college and after a brief passage in journalism as a newspaper writer, she stirred her career to what she always loved: becoming an author!
She has always been intrigued by rascals, vagabonds, dukes and rogues, so having the chance to write stories about them is a wish come true for her!
Bridget is married to her own prince charming and is the proud mother of two daughters (and three adorable kittens) and soon to be a grandma!
She is a hopeless romantic who devours romance literature and of course enjoys writing love stories of her own.
When she is not writing, Bridget is relaxing by cooking for her lovely husband, exercising and listening to soft music.
Bridget loves to connect with her readers!
With love and respect,
Bridget Barton
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August 18, 2020
✳️✳️ONE HEART-RENDING RIDE✳️✳️
Beautiful! Bridget just tilted my world on its axis with this incredibly compelling wonder, baring such heartache, loss and misgivings, searching for belonging, finding security, sanctuary, hearth and a heart full of love, binding this jewel together seamlessly. A surging multitude of surprising exigency and perplexing events, observing the formidable trials and thrilling triumphs, stumbling through the complex twists and wicked turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never envisioned. Bound, wound and tightly banded, noting the soaring ups and agonizing downs, breathtaking in it's simplicity and inspiring in it's strength, drawing our characters closer than they could have ever anticipated. The attraction and chemistry spirals as each layer is peeled back baring boundless emotions, binding them to one another beautifully. The characters, interactions and charged atmosphere along with qualities and traits that add depth and diversity, blending into genuine charismatic personalities. The scenes are abundantly descriptive with colorful details that blend and flow, creating a majestic backdrop that's so rich and lively it feels like you can just reach out and touch it. Remarkable job Bridget, thanks for sharing this little jewel with us.
Beautiful! Bridget just tilted my world on its axis with this incredibly compelling wonder, baring such heartache, loss and misgivings, searching for belonging, finding security, sanctuary, hearth and a heart full of love, binding this jewel together seamlessly. A surging multitude of surprising exigency and perplexing events, observing the formidable trials and thrilling triumphs, stumbling through the complex twists and wicked turns, testing our characters in ways they could have never envisioned. Bound, wound and tightly banded, noting the soaring ups and agonizing downs, breathtaking in it's simplicity and inspiring in it's strength, drawing our characters closer than they could have ever anticipated. The attraction and chemistry spirals as each layer is peeled back baring boundless emotions, binding them to one another beautifully. The characters, interactions and charged atmosphere along with qualities and traits that add depth and diversity, blending into genuine charismatic personalities. The scenes are abundantly descriptive with colorful details that blend and flow, creating a majestic backdrop that's so rich and lively it feels like you can just reach out and touch it. Remarkable job Bridget, thanks for sharing this little jewel with us.
May 9, 2021
Duty, romance and control of one's own destiny
When the governess and her charge showed up dripping wet st his door Lord John had no idea how his life was going to change. As a second son to a Duke he was desperate to avoid the military commission his father had provided prior to his death. But when Bridget delivers his cousin's 6 year old daughter he is faced with more challenges and opportunities that thwart his brother the Duke and his Mother the Dowager when he not only takes his guardianship of Becky and her governess not only his duty and responsibility but as his opportunity for his own life without his families demands.
When the governess and her charge showed up dripping wet st his door Lord John had no idea how his life was going to change. As a second son to a Duke he was desperate to avoid the military commission his father had provided prior to his death. But when Bridget delivers his cousin's 6 year old daughter he is faced with more challenges and opportunities that thwart his brother the Duke and his Mother the Dowager when he not only takes his guardianship of Becky and her governess not only his duty and responsibility but as his opportunity for his own life without his families demands.
September 2, 2020
How to Claim a Governess's Heart A Historical Regency Romance Book
A very wonderful story about a young man John that is given a young child to take care of and she is delivered to him by the governess Bridget and they fall in love. John wants to be an author and his brother the Duke is trying to force john into the military but in the end John and Bridget have the family and love they want.The characters are realistic and very down to earth and the extended epilogue is a very good one Another good read
A very wonderful story about a young man John that is given a young child to take care of and she is delivered to him by the governess Bridget and they fall in love. John wants to be an author and his brother the Duke is trying to force john into the military but in the end John and Bridget have the family and love they want.The characters are realistic and very down to earth and the extended epilogue is a very good one Another good read
October 19, 2022
sweet read
This story is about a second son of a duke, John. John struggles against his older brother who trying to force him into a military career (something the now deceased older duke also desired for John). In the midst of all this he suddenly becomes the guardian to his cousin’s small daughter. How he deals with all these issues and overcomes strong family issues to accomplish his own personal goals unfolds along with his hea
This story is about a second son of a duke, John. John struggles against his older brother who trying to force him into a military career (something the now deceased older duke also desired for John). In the midst of all this he suddenly becomes the guardian to his cousin’s small daughter. How he deals with all these issues and overcomes strong family issues to accomplish his own personal goals unfolds along with his hea
October 15, 2020
This is a delightful tale of a ready made family. The woman goes out of her way to protect the child. John caught between his own desires and his family’s turmoil. He tries to make the best of the situation and continue to try his career as a writer. I love how he best his brother and enjoyed the story. It a light read but very enjoyable.
August 18, 2020
So romantic
Oh gosh! Their story is filled with so much pain, loss but most of all love. It was in a way poetic and at the same time really, forward thinking given the general mindset of the time period. It was so so romantic!
Oh gosh! Their story is filled with so much pain, loss but most of all love. It was in a way poetic and at the same time really, forward thinking given the general mindset of the time period. It was so so romantic!
August 20, 2020
Well written
A well written straight forward read. Lord John and Bridget are both very likable characters. A predicament has Bridget looking over her back from close to the beginning, but the hammer doesn’t fall as expected.
A nice read but lacked a strong finish.
A well written straight forward read. Lord John and Bridget are both very likable characters. A predicament has Bridget looking over her back from close to the beginning, but the hammer doesn’t fall as expected.
A nice read but lacked a strong finish.
August 28, 2020
A Governess, an orphan, and a Lord
Lord John finds himself in possession of a governess and his orphaned niece with an imposing deadline set by his brother. Can they all work this out peacefully?
Lord John finds himself in possession of a governess and his orphaned niece with an imposing deadline set by his brother. Can they all work this out peacefully?
April 10, 2021
Could not stop, myself
Started reading this book by accident and could not stop myself once I started. The author created such compelling characters I just wanted to see what would happen to them.
Great story indeed.
Started reading this book by accident and could not stop myself once I started. The author created such compelling characters I just wanted to see what would happen to them.
Great story indeed.
May 3, 2021
S. C. M.
I enjoyed the characters in this book. They stood up for their rights and others, they stuck to their convictions. They acted more real, weren’t so ridged to the time period. Again, an enjoyable read.
I enjoyed the characters in this book. They stood up for their rights and others, they stuck to their convictions. They acted more real, weren’t so ridged to the time period. Again, an enjoyable read.
May 13, 2021
Great story
What a wonderful story! I spent the whole day reading the love story between lord John and Bridget! It’s such a whole story and you really feel like you know type the characters. Definitely recommend reading this book!
What a wonderful story! I spent the whole day reading the love story between lord John and Bridget! It’s such a whole story and you really feel like you know type the characters. Definitely recommend reading this book!
April 10, 2023
A very good read!
Nicely done in a very enjoyable way. The story lIne is very good. I was very enthralled I am anxious to continue with this author. I recommend this booj.
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Nicely done in a very enjoyable way. The story lIne is very good. I was very enthralled I am anxious to continue with this author. I recommend this booj.
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December 28, 2025
Bridgette and John
Bridgette comes out of an orphanage and becomes a governess to John’s niece. When the niece’s parents are killed in an accident, Bridgette has to accompany her to her uncle’s home to live.
Bridgette comes out of an orphanage and becomes a governess to John’s niece. When the niece’s parents are killed in an accident, Bridgette has to accompany her to her uncle’s home to live.
August 21, 2020
Wonderful story
Simply amazing story!! So much going on here that you keep turning the pages. Wonderful graphics and storyline. A must read book!
Simply amazing story!! So much going on here that you keep turning the pages. Wonderful graphics and storyline. A must read book!
November 1, 2020
Not a fan.
November 30, 2024
beautiful as usual
I like this author work well written characters with a plot twist a nice cosy romance in a period setting a lazy Sunday afternoon kind of read
I like this author work well written characters with a plot twist a nice cosy romance in a period setting a lazy Sunday afternoon kind of read
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