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A Lesson in Propriety
Christian historical romance
A Lesson in Propriety
A spirited woman enters a world governed by elaborate social rules and quickly discovers that behaving properly is far easier in theory than in practice. An unexpected gentleman becomes both an irritant and an ally as misunderstandings, family agendas, and social mishaps keep overturning her plans. Beneath the comic complications lies a genuine question about whether respectability should require hiding the qualities that make someone distinctive. Turano's historical romantic comedy offers Gilded Age manners, banter, eccentric side characters, and a romance that thrives precisely because neither lead behaves quite as expected.
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Content notes
Death of the heroine's father; family fortune embezzled/stolen; fiancé abandons her after financial ruin; unscrupulous developers threaten her inherited property; allegedly haunted castle; Christian faith and clean romantic comedy.
Alcohol-Free Pour
Honeyed Earl Grey
A fragrant cup of tea suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
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. Serve hot.
- Garnish: Citrus peel, herb, or fruit from the recipe, if applicable.
- Glassware: Mug.
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French 75
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A slow-sipping glass of wine suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 1 oz gin
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice ↗
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ↗
- 3 oz brut sparkling wine
- Ice for shaking ↗
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How to mix it
- Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a flute and top with sparkling wine.
- Garnish: Lemon twist.
- Glassware: Champagne flute.
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