
Between her household duties, caring for her demanding mother, and saving up money to someday own a dress shop, her hands are full. The chaos of the Yuletide season is in full force at the country estate of Shackleford Park, but lady’s maid Kate Darby barely has time to notice. This book could serve as a stepping stone to classic read-alikes, such as Pride and Prejudice or Jane Eyre." - School Library JournalĪdapted from the book jacket: England, 1817. " A nod and a wink to the works of Jane Austen and Charles Dickens.

Jane Austen fans will enjoy the propriety and the Regency setting, while that dose of Christmas adds an extra bit of cheer.” - Booklist " One part intriguing mystery, one part cozy romance. But staving off their feelings for each other becomes the least of their problems when a devious counterfeiting scheme reaches the gates of Shackleford Park, and Kate and Matt are unwittingly swept up in the intrigue.įull of sweetness, charm, and holiday mischief, Carols and Chaos-a standalone companion novel to Suitors and Sabotage-is perfect for readers who like their historical fiction with a side of romance and danger. He's performing double-duty, acting as valet for both of the Steeple brothers, two of the estate's holiday guests.įalling in love would be a disaster for either of them. Between her household duties, caring for her ailing mother, and saving up money to someday own a dress shop, her hands are quite full.

The happy chaos of the Yuletide season has descended upon the country estate of Shackleford Park in full force, but lady's maid Kate Darby barely has the time to notice. From the author of Suitors and Sabotage comes a swoonworthy Christmas adventure, perfect for fans of Jane Austen and Downton Abbey.ġ817.
