The Maybrook Trilogy Series by Nicole Strycharz, Nicole Paulette Strycharz

Abigail Everett and August Black have been sweethearts for years but when her politically ambitious, cruel father separates them their love takes the ultimate test...time. After nine years of being apart Abigail finds herself back in her hometown Maybrook to work as a governess, where people, places and things have changed. Especially her August, who is now an important part of the community... moreAbigail Everett and August Black have been sweethearts for years but when her politically ambitious, cruel father separates them their love takes the ultimate test...time. After nine years of being apart Abigail finds herself back in her hometown Maybrook to work as a governess, where people, places and things have changed. Especially her August, who is now an important part of the community. His new found success is due to more than just hard work however, it's also due to the many sacrifices he's made; including his own desires. Abigail finds he has come a long way from the boy she loved but the flame is not yet out. Will August be able to remember his love for Abigail and the man he was, before he is forced to be the man everyone now expects him to be? Valentine's Day was once August and Abigail's most meaningful day and now it's coming back around; but will they still be one another's Valentine? less

Henrietta Dexter was not devastated over her broken engagement but she was unsure of what to do next. That changes when her handsome lawyer, cousin Ralf offers to get her away from the gossip and drama of little Maybrook. She agrees to go back with him to the city of D.C. and finds herself learning much about herself she and the world around her that she didn't know before. Her selfish and spoiled upbringing has made her into someone she does not like... moreHenrietta Dexter was not devastated over her broken engagement but she was unsure of what to do next. That changes when her handsome lawyer, cousin Ralf offers to get her away from the gossip and drama of little Maybrook. She agrees to go back with him to the city of D.C. and finds herself learning much about herself she and the world around her that she didn't know before. Her selfish and spoiled upbringing has made her into someone she does not like. Ralf has secrets that change her view of him and his handsome friend is sporting for her heart; yet Henrietta ends up preoccupied with a case surrounding a local Jewelry shop, that she hopes will wipe her slate clean if she solves it. She is a long way from her little town of Maybrook and that distance is giving her the courage to break society's rules, romantic limits and even test family honor when her love for someone challenges everything. Finding her passion and herself may be her greatest adventure yet in the capitol. less

Giselle Johnson is a performer at one of the most famed cabarets in Paris, The Moulin Rouge. Grief drove her from her home in Maybrook, Pennsylvania years ago but now dark secrets from her recent past are driving her home again. Giselle never plans too far ahead due to life's constant way of changing. However, coincidence defies the odds when she is thrown into the path of a handsome stranger again and again and planning becomes her only means of getting home... moreGiselle Johnson is a performer at one of the most famed cabarets in Paris, The Moulin Rouge. Grief drove her from her home in Maybrook, Pennsylvania years ago but now dark secrets from her recent past are driving her home again. Giselle never plans too far ahead due to life's constant way of changing. However, coincidence defies the odds when she is thrown into the path of a handsome stranger again and again and planning becomes her only means of getting home. The first-class ticket she purchased for the RMS Titanic was supposed to be the ship of dreams meant to carry her home to what is left of her family; but it soon becomes her ship of nightmares that only this new stranger can wake her from. Her troubles are far from over when she finally makes it to Maybrook. Her brother-in-law August, is skeptical and not at all trusting and the town's inability to warm up to her slightly rebellious and unconventional spirit makes staying seem almost impossible. All the while she is falling for her stranger more and more everyday but both of their pasts could be their biggest obstetrical yet. Phillip Fisher had all going well for him. He had a booming career in Germany, women, wealth and now he is coming home to New York after five years away to start a new chapter of greatness. His parents are to the brim with pride over his new opportunity to work closer to home and perhaps settle but Phillip's rogue heart is impossible to satisfy with domestic, cookie cutter like women. He finds himself enthralled with a lovely unknown lady that seems determined to avoid his charms. Until they find themselves in the middle of the same tragic disaster on their voyage home but when Phillip takes a hit to the head that leaves him without a memory he follows his heart's desire to be loyal to the showgirl that is now far from a stranger. less