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The Pursuit of Elena Bradford
Christian historical romance
The Pursuit of Elena Bradford
After her father's death leaves the family deeply in debt, twenty-two-year-old Elena Bradford is taken to a Kentucky resort town where her mother hopes a wealthy marriage will solve their problems. Elena instead finds herself drawn into a complicated choice involving artist Kirby, melancholy Andrew, and a mysterious woman whose presence hints at a deeper story. Balls and social expectations create a polished surface while family pressure makes every romantic decision carry practical consequences. This Southern historical romance combines art, a love triangle, family loyalty, and a heroine deciding whether security is worth the cost of surrendering her own judgment.
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Content notes
Death of the heroine's father and severe family debt; pressure to marry for money; competing suitors with financial motives; family duty and romantic uncertainty; Christian faith and clean romance.
Alcohol-Free Pour
Southern Sweet Tea
A mellow tea pour suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
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- Stir simple syrup and lemon juice into chilled tea. Serve over ice.
- Garnish: Lemon wheel.
- Glassware: Highball glass.
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Mint Julep
For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.
A warming pour with a sharp edge suits romantic anticipation and a little escapism.
What you'll need
- 2 oz bourbon
- 8 mint leaves ↗
- 1/2 oz simple syrup ↗
- Crushed ice
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How to mix it
- Gently muddle mint with simple syrup in a julep cup. Add bourbon and fill with crushed ice; stir until the cup frosts, then mound with more crushed ice.
- Garnish: Mint bouquet.
- Glassware: Julep cup.
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