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Love Practically

The Penn-Leiths of Thistle Muir, Book 1

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Love Practically

By: Nichole Van
Narrated by: Mhairi Morrison
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As a young woman, Leah Penn-Leith fell hopelessly in love with Captain Fox Carnegie—the only irrational mark on her decidedly sensible life. Fox, unfortunately, did not return her regard.

Their story should have ended there—Fox left for India and Leah returned home to Scotland to rear her much younger brothers.

Twenty years later, Fox appears on Leah's doorstep—older, scarred, and world-weary—proposing a marriage of convenience between them. He needs a mother for his young ward, and Leah, with her capable good sense, comes highly recommended. What woman could say no to such a proposal? Not Leah. Fox has always wreaked havoc on her ability to think rationally.

After their marriage, Leah confronts the chaotic reality of Fox's life. His castle, ten miles up a rugged Highland glen, is shambolic. His ward, Madeline, is a precocious handful. Fox's time in India is shrouded in rumor and mystery. Worst of all, Fox himself is distant and broken, his personality as altered as his scarred body.

Leah is left with two questions: What happens to a woman after her most-cherished fantasy comes true? And can a marriage, begun in practicality, transform into something deeper? Something like . . . love.

©2022 Nichole Van Valkenburgh (P)2022 Tantor Historical Historical Fiction Romance Fiction Marriage
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Having grown up with and experienced loss many times, the depth of emotions in the characters is beautiful. I cried and I laughed with them.

The rawness of this story is beautiful

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Such a beautiful story and really enjoyed the older FMC. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

Loved it from start to finish

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This is a more realistic and heartwarming story narrated beautifully. looking forward for more stories from this author. Thank you for not using offensive curses.

A heartwarming story

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I enjoyed very much , I don't think I could be so understanding and patient.. Leah is a saint. I would love to know this story from Mr Dandy's perspective.. 🐱
Mhari Morrison is a fantastic story teller, she truly brought the characters to life.. she is my new favourite narrator 🥰

Sad touching story

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A beautiful story with such wonderful poignant moments. The marvellous descriptions only enhance this poignancy. The characters are all captivating though the antagonists are portrayed as the heathens and vile creatures they are. The hero and heroine learn to find each other through trials, learning to trust and eventually love. A beautiful story. Looking forward to reading the next book.

Poignant

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