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A Deal with a Debutante
Historical romance
A Deal with a Debutante
Book 1 of the London's Most Eligible series
304 pages · First published 2026
In London’s 1908 social season, American heiress Calliope Hart resents her mother’s determination to trade her fortune for an aristocratic title. Edward Chase, Earl of Hayward, needs a wealthy bride to rescue Whitefawn, the estate on which more than a hundred families depend. After Calliope rejects his startlingly direct proposal, Edward offers a different bargain: a week exploring London together in exchange for a week discovering what makes his estate worth saving. Their practical arrangement grows increasingly personal, but Calliope must decide whether she can trust a man whose need for her money is impossible to ignore. Witty sparring, eccentric relatives, and an earl who falls first give this sweet Edwardian romance the sparkle of a leisurely afternoon escape.
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Content notes
Parental death and grief; financial insecurity and threatened loss of a family estate; pressure to marry for money or social position; class prejudice and an insulting reference to prostitution; passionate kissing, embraces, and physical attraction.
Alcohol-Free Pour
Peach Jasmine Tea
Chilled tea with soft peach sweetness invites a leisurely afternoon with London sightseeing, country-house visits, and a practical bargain turning romantic.
What you'll need
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- Steep the tea and any herbs or whole spices in hot water according to the tea type, then strain. Stir in sweetener and juices. Chill and serve over ice.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Elderflower Gin Spritz
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
Floral elderflower, gin, and sparkling citrus bring a garden-party lightness to Calliope and Edward’s witty Edwardian courtship.
What you'll need
- 1.5 oz gin
- 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 3 oz club soda ↗
- Ice
How to mix it
- Add gin, elderflower liqueur, and lemon juice to a glass filled with ice. Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Wine glass.
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