Hearts of Cornwall Series by K. Lyn Smith

An abandoned bridegroom, a reluctant bride and avenging relatives come together in this sweet seaside tale! An abandoned bridegroom. Bell tuner Jory Tremayne has never been more certain of anything than his love for Miss Anna Pepper, despite her fancy dresses and insensible footwear. But when he offered his heart five years ago, she ran off with it and left him alone beneath a midnight moon... moreAn abandoned bridegroom, a reluctant bride and avenging relatives come together in this sweet seaside tale! An abandoned bridegroom. Bell tuner Jory Tremayne has never been more certain of anything than his love for Miss Anna Pepper, despite her fancy dresses and insensible footwear. But when he offered his heart five years ago, she ran off with it and left him alone beneath a midnight moon. Now, he’s finally resolved to stop mourning her loss and find a lass who will take him and his fish-scented dog. A reluctant bride. Miss Anna Pepper has left a trail of jilted suitors behind her, but she’s never been able to forget Jory Tremayne. What began with one jilted fiancé has turned into a distressing habit. Now, shadowed by remorse over her poor treatment of Jory, Anna flees her latest fiancé and returns to Cornwall to learn his fate. Perhaps if he’s well settled, she can shed this uncomfortable guilt and find her own happiness. There's just one tiny problem. .. In her hasty flight, she’s left behind a few things. Clothing. A maid. Money. And avenging relatives… Unbeknownst to Anna and Jory, his hordes of relations have learned of her past betrayal, and they enact their own agenda. Without funds, Anna finds herself working as a common barmaid to avoid arrest, while Jory becomes her reluctant champion. With each turn of the screw beneath his cousins’ well-intentioned hands, Anna and Jory are forced to face their past. Will they overcome doubts and betrayal to trust love again? Get Jilting Jory now and escape to the Cornish seaside and a world filled with sigh-worthy romance! Jilting Jory is a complete, full-length novel. It’s Book 4 in the Something Wonderful series. Each book stands alone but is best enjoyed when read in the order below. Book 1: The Astronomer's Obsession. Book 2: The Artist's Redemption. Book 3: The Physician’s Dilemma. Book 4: Jilting Jory. less

One more indiscretion will send her away… So why does she find herself modeling for a reserved stone carver? “What a powerful love story! ” — Goodreads review. Miss Keren Moon, the mayor’s youngest daughter, faces exile unless she reforms her flirtatious ways. But when she seeks carving lessons for her young, trouble-prone brother, she finds herself agreeing to model for reserved stone carver Gryffyn Kimbrell. A family mystery has Gryffyn resigned to a bachelor’s life... moreOne more indiscretion will send her away… So why does she find herself modeling for a reserved stone carver? “What a powerful love story! ” — Goodreads review. Miss Keren Moon, the mayor’s youngest daughter, faces exile unless she reforms her flirtatious ways. But when she seeks carving lessons for her young, trouble-prone brother, she finds herself agreeing to model for reserved stone carver Gryffyn Kimbrell. A family mystery has Gryffyn resigned to a bachelor’s life. But when his masterpiece is revealed and secrets are exposed, will this unexpected couple find their way to love? If you enjoy. - Independent heroines. - Strong, silent, sensitive heroes. - Flirty banter. - Large families. - Inquisitive children. - Cornish seaside inns. - Small-town romance. - Working-class Regency. - Opposites attract tales. . .. then you’ll love Matching Miss Moon. It’s a stand-alone, full-length novel and part of the Hearts of Cornwall series. “Watching two people fall in love the way [Smith] writes is just awesome. ” — BookSirens review. less

She came to write about Newford’s bachelors. She didn't expect to fall for the most charming one of all. A passionate writer. Eliza Darling is driven and determined and focused on one thing: acquiring her late father’s newspaper. To succeed, she must deliver a story to top all stories. And what better topic to captivate readers than a town overflowing with novel-worthy heroes? An engaging charmer. Alfie Kimbrell is gregarious and good-natured and focused on lots of things. Ladies... moreShe came to write about Newford’s bachelors. She didn't expect to fall for the most charming one of all. A passionate writer. Eliza Darling is driven and determined and focused on one thing: acquiring her late father’s newspaper. To succeed, she must deliver a story to top all stories. And what better topic to captivate readers than a town overflowing with novel-worthy heroes? An engaging charmer. Alfie Kimbrell is gregarious and good-natured and focused on lots of things. Ladies. Taking ale with his cousins. His new cidery venture. Then there’s the derelict property he’s restoring and… did we mention ladies? And the story that brings them together. When Miss Darling arrives, Alfie mistakenly assumes she’s come to write about Newford’s attractions. As he points out his hamlet’s charms, he finds himself falling harder than ever before for the bold and independent lady. But Miss Darling doesn’t seem interested in Newford’s sights at all, and he begins to wonder if his family might not be her story. As Alfie and Eliza navigate their growing feelings for one another, they must confront their differences. Will Eliza's ambition and Alfie's loyalty to his family keep them apart, or will they find a way to love? Heart-warming and delightful, Driving Miss Darling is a reverse grumpy-sunshine, opposites-attract tale set in the charming seaside town of Newford. Each book in the Hearts of Cornwall series stands alone, but most readers prefer to enjoy the series in order. less

“Benedick Kimbrell attempted to steal his first kiss from Miss Catherine Parker at thirteen. But his hopes, then and since, were larger than fact. ”. A LADY’S UNSPOKEN LONGING. Kate Parker is resolute in her quest for marriage, seeking a dependable match among Newford's eligible bachelors. But behind her composed demeanor, Kate’s heart holds a stubborn affection for her less-than-dependable friend and an unspoken longing for a kiss that was never claimed. A ROGUE’S LOST AMBITION... more“Benedick Kimbrell attempted to steal his first kiss from Miss Catherine Parker at thirteen. But his hopes, then and since, were larger than fact. ”. A LADY’S UNSPOKEN LONGING. Kate Parker is resolute in her quest for marriage, seeking a dependable match among Newford's eligible bachelors. But behind her composed demeanor, Kate’s heart holds a stubborn affection for her less-than-dependable friend and an unspoken longing for a kiss that was never claimed. A ROGUE’S LOST AMBITION. Years ago, Ben Kimbrell harbored ambitions, chief among them a kiss from Miss Kate Parker. Fate, though, had other plans. Now, his heart is weighted by family tragedy, his pain concealed behind a carefree charm. His reputation as an aimless rogue is well-earned, but beneath the façade lies a man who yearns for more. AND A HEART WELL-GUARDED. When Kate sets her sights on Ben's dependable cousin, a man who fits her expectations if not her heart, Ben can no longer stand idly by. His efforts to save her from a loveless match find the two of them paired together in a village production of Much Ado About Nothing. Tasked with crafting the enchanting sets for their town's inaugural performance, their undeniable affection finds the perfect stage to blossom. But for their love to flourish, Ben must reveal his true self and confront the shadows of his past. Can he find the courage to unlock his heart before it's too late? Kissing Kate is a heartwarming best-friends romance about finding the courage to choose happiness and the healing power of love. Set in the charming seaside village of Newford, each book in the Hearts of Cornwall series stands alone. less

A deadly shipwreck. A missing child. A reluctant alliance that sparks unexpected romance. A CONSTABLE CRAVING ADVENTURE. Constable Gavin Kimbrell's life in the quiet hamlet of Newford is predictable and dull—until a perilous shipwreck changes everything. Amidst a thick Cornish fog, Gavin finds more adventure than he anticipates when the wreck reveals a murder, and the mysterious female he rescues from the sea becomes his most likely suspect. A LADY DESPERATE FOR ANSWERS... moreA deadly shipwreck. A missing child. A reluctant alliance that sparks unexpected romance. A CONSTABLE CRAVING ADVENTURE. Constable Gavin Kimbrell's life in the quiet hamlet of Newford is predictable and dull—until a perilous shipwreck changes everything. Amidst a thick Cornish fog, Gavin finds more adventure than he anticipates when the wreck reveals a murder, and the mysterious female he rescues from the sea becomes his most likely suspect. A LADY DESPERATE FOR ANSWERS. Mari Talbot refuses to believe her sister Hannah took her own life, but her protests have gone unheard. Disguised as paid lady's companion Mari Swan, she sets off to find the truth about her sister's death and her missing niece. Her quest takes a treacherous turn, though, when her ship wrecks off the rugged Cornish coast. Mari soon finds herself caught in a complicated web, uncertain whom she can trust—certainly not the local constable, who is all too eager to suspect the worst of her. AN UNLIKELY PARTNERSHIP. Thrown together by fate, Mari and Gavin form a reluctant alliance to uncover the truth. As the mystery of what happened aboard the ill-fated ship escalates, their connection deepens, but will their growing affection withstand the weight of Mari's discoveries? Saving Miss Swan is a closed-door enemies-to-lovers romance about family and courage and finding love in unexpected places. Set in the charming seaside village of Newford, each book in the Hearts of Cornwall series stands alone, although most readers prefer to enjoy them in order. less

A spirited lady and a reserved army captain—can these opposites possibly find love? A SPIRITED LADY. Bronwyn Kimbrell has always thrived in the bustle of village life, but with her best friend newly married, she finds herself restless and yearning for a purpose. When Captain Gabriel Marsh arrives in Newford with his solemn young daughter, she sees an opportunity. They clearly need a friend, even if Gabriel refuses to admit it... moreA spirited lady and a reserved army captain—can these opposites possibly find love? A SPIRITED LADY. Bronwyn Kimbrell has always thrived in the bustle of village life, but with her best friend newly married, she finds herself restless and yearning for a purpose. When Captain Gabriel Marsh arrives in Newford with his solemn young daughter, she sees an opportunity. They clearly need a friend, even if Gabriel refuses to admit it. But winning over the reserved captain proves more challenging than Bronwyn expected—especially when he’s determined to resist her at every turn. A RESERVED CAPTAIN. Gabriel Marsh never expected to be raising a young daughter. Now, he wants only to keep Emilia safe from the whispers of London and the dangers that lurk beyond England’s shores. Newford should have been the perfect refuge where he could remain unnoticed, his past left far behind. But Bronwyn refuses to let him disappear. With her bright smile and stubborn kindness, she disrupts the careful order he’s built—and the walls around his heart. AN UNEXPECTED ALLIANCE. As the two come together over a traveling fair, a misbehaving pup, and one determined little girl, Gabriel finds himself drawn to the very woman he meant to avoid. But when a figure from his past reappears, threatening everything he’s fought to protect, he must decide: will he cling to his pride, or risk his heart for the family he never thought to have? Set in the picturesque seaside town of Newford, Charming the Captain is a heartwarming opposites-attract, second-chance-at-love tale. Each book in the Hearts of Cornwall series stands alone, though most readers prefer to enjoy them in order. less

His secret marriage is proving anything but convenient. Master builder Merryn Kimbrell has devoted himself to his late father’s firm. Now, with a momentous royal visit just weeks away, his efforts are being noticed, though he’s never lost sight of the arrangement he made five years before. Rebecca Pearce has spent the past years building a life of her own design in Paris—and avoiding the husband she married for convenience... moreHis secret marriage is proving anything but convenient. Master builder Merryn Kimbrell has devoted himself to his late father’s firm. Now, with a momentous royal visit just weeks away, his efforts are being noticed, though he’s never lost sight of the arrangement he made five years before. Rebecca Pearce has spent the past years building a life of her own design in Paris—and avoiding the husband she married for convenience. Their arrangement was simple: her inheritance secured, his ambitions funded, and an ocean between them. But when her scheming cousin threatens to challenge their marriage and seize her fortune, Rebecca must travel to Cornwall and persuade her husband to play his part. The last thing Merryn needs is scandal, but a bridge accident forces him to reveal the marriage he’s kept to himself and confront a truth long avoided: he’s loved his wife from the start. Their necessary pretense soon gives way to stolen moments amidst the bustle of a village preparing for royalty. As her cousin's accusations escalate, Rebecca and Merryn must decide what they’re willing to risk. Will Merryn let her go again—or fight for the marriage he's wanted all along? A kisses-only, small-town Regency romance featuring a secret marriage of convenience, second chances, forced proximity, and Cornwall's rugged beauty. This is the seventh and final book in the Hearts of Cornwall series. Each novel stands alone. less