The Umbrella Chronicles Series by Amy Quinton

Beastly duke seeks confident any woman who doesn't faint at the sight of his scars. Prefers not to leave the house to find her.There comes a time in every bachelor's life, when his good-natured but meddling sister gets it into her mind to play matchmaker. And on every occasion, they contact none other than Lady Harriett Ross, self-proclaimed Motley Meddler, the Mistress of Destiny, and Wielder of the Infamous Umbrella.Enter the Duke of Eastly. A man with just such a sister... moreBeastly duke seeks confident any woman who doesn't faint at the sight of his scars. Prefers not to leave the house to find her.There comes a time in every bachelor's life, when his good-natured but meddling sister gets it into her mind to play matchmaker. And on every occasion, they contact none other than Lady Harriett Ross, self-proclaimed Motley Meddler, the Mistress of Destiny, and Wielder of the Infamous Umbrella.Enter the Duke of Eastly. A man with just such a sister. He has scars, thinks society is nonsense, and prefers to stay far away from any and all shenanigans. But he could never resist his sibling, who tells him a sorrowful tale of woe, of a dear friend's shy plight ahead of an important auction at the Frost Fair of 1814. No worries. He has the perfect solution. Help is on the way!Enter the aforementioned friend, Miss Artemis Synclaire. The precise opposite of timid and shy. And as such, she won't stand for the Beast's asinine resolution. She'd rather dine with an elephant (which could actually be arranged) than deal with a man such as he. Can two such stubborn people ever bend enough to discover they've found their perfect match?Published in the Fire & Frost anthology less

Prodigal duke seeks professional matchmaker for matrimonial assistance... Prefers foolproof plans in 10 parts. Magical solutions accepted. Missteps likely.Christmastide, England 1814His Grace, James Quill, will not be a bachelor-in-poor-standing for very much longer. For I, Lady Harriett Ross, of the Infamous Umbrella, have avowed to orchestrate his betrothal to his former best friend, Miss Annie Merryweather, whether either of them wishes it... moreProdigal duke seeks professional matchmaker for matrimonial assistance... Prefers foolproof plans in 10 parts. Magical solutions accepted. Missteps likely.Christmastide, England 1814His Grace, James Quill, will not be a bachelor-in-poor-standing for very much longer. For I, Lady Harriett Ross, of the Infamous Umbrella, have avowed to orchestrate his betrothal to his former best friend, Miss Annie Merryweather, whether either of them wishes it.Surprisingly, His Grace has agreed to my proposed 10-step plan.Not-so-surprisingly, Her Soon-to-be-Grace is determined to resist the notorious prodigal son.Will they find love and forgiveness this holiday season?Published in the Follow Your Star Home anthology less