Something Wonderful Series by K. Lyn Smith

The Footman's Tale is a short story prequel about Remy, the dreamy footman from The Astronomer's Obsession, and his inspiring romance with Odette. Learn how he came to be a footman in Lady Ashford's household. There's more to him than meets the eye, as Harry Corbyn discovered in The Astronomer's Obsession. The Footman's Tale is what you might call a "Soaking Story." At about 30 minutes, it's just the right length for a soak in the tub... moreThe Footman's Tale is a short story prequel about Remy, the dreamy footman from The Astronomer's Obsession, and his inspiring romance with Odette. Learn how he came to be a footman in Lady Ashford's household. There's more to him than meets the eye, as Harry Corbyn discovered in The Astronomer's Obsession. The Footman's Tale is what you might call a "Soaking Story." At about 30 minutes, it's just the right length for a soak in the tub. Lock the door, grab the wine, light a candle and enjoy!This short story is best enjoyed after reading The Astronomer's Obsession. less

The story of two friends and a slow-burning love that outshines the universe.An astronomer of humble originsHarry Corbyn has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. In a discipline dominated by titled noblemen, he’s fought to get where he is. And where he wants to be next is Egypt, to lead an expedition to measure the size of the solar system. An extended stay at Redstone Hall is not part of his plan.An artist of noble birthCeleste St... moreThe story of two friends and a slow-burning love that outshines the universe.An astronomer of humble originsHarry Corbyn has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. In a discipline dominated by titled noblemen, he’s fought to get where he is. And where he wants to be next is Egypt, to lead an expedition to measure the size of the solar system. An extended stay at Redstone Hall is not part of his plan.An artist of noble birthCeleste St. James knows she’s meant for more than needlepoint and high society. With dreams of exhibiting at Paris’ prestigious Académie, she doesn’t need distractions. But she returns to Redstone Hall when her father becomes ill, and reunites with her childhood friend. When the two join forces to help Celeste’s father build an ambitious telescope, their powerful connection draws them deeper into each other’s orbit, until they must choose between their dreams or their love. less

She was everything he never knew he wanted. He was everything she was determined to avoid.A problem-plagued painterProblems are piling up for Alexandre Marchand. His last courtship ended in failure. Nightmares have been invading his waking thoughts, he can’t concentrate on his art, and to make matters worse, someone is selling forgeries of his work. He’s running dangerously low on funds and sets out to find a wealthy widow, or perhaps a biddable heiress... moreShe was everything he never knew he wanted. He was everything she was determined to avoid.A problem-plagued painterProblems are piling up for Alexandre Marchand. His last courtship ended in failure. Nightmares have been invading his waking thoughts, he can’t concentrate on his art, and to make matters worse, someone is selling forgeries of his work. He’s running dangerously low on funds and sets out to find a wealthy widow, or perhaps a biddable heiress. Instead, he encounters Regina Townsend, who is neither biddable nor wealthy. Used to keeping to himself, he doesn’t have any wish to play the hero. But if anyone ever needed a hero, it’s Regina.A rogue-resistant runawayRegina Townsend will protect her daughter and unborn child at all costs. With nowhere else to turn to escape her greedy brother-in-law, she flees to an abandoned cottage on England’s southern coast. She has a plan to secure her future. One that doesn’t require help from any man. Certainly not a silver-tongued, golden-haired lying rogue.Can a piglet, a forged painting and Castle Soup bring them together? less

A physician seeking loveJulian Grey has led a charmed life. His every endeavor has been easily achieved, and he doesn't want for much. Freedom from the females in his family. A man-sized scone. A bride so he might join his friends in wedded bliss. He's even found the perfect lady to court. But first, he needs to hire a surgeon for Heloise Manor, London's newest foundling home... moreA physician seeking loveJulian Grey has led a charmed life. His every endeavor has been easily achieved, and he doesn't want for much. Freedom from the females in his family. A man-sized scone. A bride so he might join his friends in wedded bliss. He's even found the perfect lady to court. But first, he needs to hire a surgeon for Heloise Manor, London's newest foundling home. If only it weren't for the annoying Miss Grace, whose brash manner and freakishly accurate memory irritate him like a pebble in his boot.A surgeon seeking employmentCharlotte Grace has watched her sisters abandon their own desires and step off the matrimonial cliff. That life is not for her, thank you very much. She wants nothing more than to be a surgeon, but she'll be content making rounds with her father and helping him treat his patients. That is, until he retires. Set adrift, Charlie goes to London to further her studies and seek like-minded doctors for intelligent discourse. Instead she encounters small minds and Dr. Julian Grey, a physician who studied with her father years ago. Life is too easy for Dr. Grey—even London's stubborn traffic parts for him. With little effort he's gained the entrée into the medical world that she desperately longs for, but she's willing to overlook his failings if he'll hire her on as surgeon at Heloise Manor.Will he realize that the best things in life don't come easy? Will she learn that shared dreams are the best dreams before it's too late?The Physician's Dilemma is a sweet Regency romance novel. It's Book 3 in the Something Wonderful series. Each book stands alone, but is best enjoyed when read in the order below.Books in the Something Wonderful series:Book 1: The Astronomer's ObsessionBook 2: The Artist's RedemptionBook 3: The Physician's Dilemma less

A soldier returns to claim the lady of his heart before she marries another in this frosty Victorian Christmas romance.The captainAndrew Grey has long wished to make Aster Corbyn his, but a lady who’s always been surrounded by brilliance, from her astronomer father to her artist mother, doesn’t deserve mediocrity. So Andrew sets out to achieve, if not brilliance, at least a proper shine, and he asks her to wait for his return. Aaand wait... moreA soldier returns to claim the lady of his heart before she marries another in this frosty Victorian Christmas romance.The captainAndrew Grey has long wished to make Aster Corbyn his, but a lady who’s always been surrounded by brilliance, from her astronomer father to her artist mother, doesn’t deserve mediocrity. So Andrew sets out to achieve, if not brilliance, at least a proper shine, and he asks her to wait for his return. Aaand wait. Then he receives the unwelcome news that Aster has gone and betrothed herself to another.And his ladyAt six and twenty, Aster Corbyn thought she’d have married Andrew Grey long before now. But his letters have grown less frequent and she’s grown more impatient. After years of watching their star across an ocean of disappointment, she’s given up on him just as he’s apparently given up on their dreams.When a St. Nicholas Eve snowstorm thwarts her travels, Aster finds herself stranded with her old friend, who is recently—and quite unexpectedly—returned from India. And to her irritation, Andrew is just as carefree and irreverent as she recalls.Will merry hearths and mistletoe thaw this pair before it’s too late for a second chance at love?Get Star of Wonder and cuddle up to the warmth of a Victorian Christmas all year long!Star of Wonder is a complete story featuring a new generation from the Something Wonderful series. Fans of the series will enjoy this peek into the families of Harry & Celeste (The Astronomer’s Obsession) and Julian & Charlie (The Physician’s Dilemma) while new readers will love this stand-alone tale featuring an independent heroine and flawed-but-lovable hero.Don’t miss the rest of the Something Wonderful series:Book 1: The Astronomer's ObsessionBook 2: The Artist's RedemptionBook 3: The Physician's DilemmaBook 4: Jilting Jory less