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The Hathaways #4-5
Falling for You: 2-in-1
Two of bestselling author Lisa Kleypas's beloved novels, now available in one volume, Falling for You.
In Married by Morning, for two years, Catherine Marks has been a paid companion to the Hathaway sisters—a pleasant position, with one caveat. Her charges' older brother, Leo Hathaway, is thoroughly exasperating. But when one quarrel ends in a sudden kiss, Cat is shocked at her powerful response—and even more so when Leo proposes a dangerous liaison. Leo must marry and produce an heir within a year to save his family home. But Catherine hides a secret that could separate them forever—unless two lovers can find a way to banish the shadows and give in to their desires.
In Love in the Afternoon, free-spirited Beatrix Hathaway has never been seriously courted…and she has resigned herself to the fate of never finding love. Captain Christopher Phelan is a handsome, daring soldier who plans to marry Beatrix's friend, the vivacious Prudence Mercer, when he returns from war. But, as he explains in his letters to Pru, life on the battlefield has darkened his soul—and it's becoming clear that he won't come back as the same man. When Beatrix learns of Pru's disappointment, she decides to help by concocting Pru's letters to Christopher for her. Soon the correspondence develops into something deeper. What began as Beatrix's innocent deception has resulted in the agony of unfulfilled love—and a passion that can't be denied.
In Married by Morning, for two years, Catherine Marks has been a paid companion to the Hathaway sisters—a pleasant position, with one caveat. Her charges' older brother, Leo Hathaway, is thoroughly exasperating. But when one quarrel ends in a sudden kiss, Cat is shocked at her powerful response—and even more so when Leo proposes a dangerous liaison. Leo must marry and produce an heir within a year to save his family home. But Catherine hides a secret that could separate them forever—unless two lovers can find a way to banish the shadows and give in to their desires.
In Love in the Afternoon, free-spirited Beatrix Hathaway has never been seriously courted…and she has resigned herself to the fate of never finding love. Captain Christopher Phelan is a handsome, daring soldier who plans to marry Beatrix's friend, the vivacious Prudence Mercer, when he returns from war. But, as he explains in his letters to Pru, life on the battlefield has darkened his soul—and it's becoming clear that he won't come back as the same man. When Beatrix learns of Pru's disappointment, she decides to help by concocting Pru's letters to Christopher for her. Soon the correspondence develops into something deeper. What began as Beatrix's innocent deception has resulted in the agony of unfulfilled love—and a passion that can't be denied.
640 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published April 26, 2022
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Lisa Kleypas
121 books31.5k followersLISA KLEYPAS is the RITA award-winning author of 21 novels. Her books are published in fourteen languages and are bestsellers all over the world. She lives in Washington State with her husband and two children.
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August 7, 2023
I'd read Married by Morning years ago, and was willing to escape into it again, but I most liked the second novel, Love in the Afternoon, that told Beatrix's story. Odd, animal-loving Beatrix who, if she were living in today's era, would definitely wear a T-shirt that says, "I don't care who dies in the movie, as long as it's not the dog." How lovely that she meets a hero who puts up with her animal-rescuing ways . . . . (I say this as a woman married to a man who tolerated -- no, actually participated in -- my rescue of a 3-week-old kitten WHILE WE WERE ON VACATION! So way to go Beatrix -- there are some good ones out there!)
July 8, 2022
Still love the Hathaways! Especially love Beatrix’s story as it felt a bit like Anne of Green Gables with the long walks in nature and friendship with animals.
March 15, 2023
This is two stories linked by character.
The first is set in 1852 Hempshire.
Catherine Marks works as a paid companion in Viscount Ramsay’s household.
When Catherine’s scandalous past is exposed, Leo steps in as her husband.
The second story is set in 1854.
Bettina Hathaway has a way with injured animals.
When Christopher Phelan returns from the Crimean War,he has Albert: a battlefield terrier that needs domestication.
The story draws inspiration from the French play: Cryano
The first is set in 1852 Hempshire.
Catherine Marks works as a paid companion in Viscount Ramsay’s household.
When Catherine’s scandalous past is exposed, Leo steps in as her husband.
The second story is set in 1854.
Bettina Hathaway has a way with injured animals.
When Christopher Phelan returns from the Crimean War,he has Albert: a battlefield terrier that needs domestication.
The story draws inspiration from the French play: Cryano
December 24, 2025
First book 4 stars, second book 3 stars. Kleypas continues to be one of my favorites. Her writing is so fun to read and I love her characters. The first book was more enjoyable for me to read with the conflict and intrigue into her past. The second book didn't quite hold my interest and felt both rushed and too dragged out. I will always read more of her books but these weren't quite my favorites.
February 11, 2024
Married by Morning: 3/5
Love in the Afternoon: 4/5
The second book was far superior. The love story was nice, but the account of the MMC’s PTSD was intriguing.
Love in the Afternoon: 4/5
The second book was far superior. The love story was nice, but the account of the MMC’s PTSD was intriguing.
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