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Ella Quinn | A French Countdown to Christmas
Aside from his family, the one person Georges, Marquis Cruzy-le-ChΓ’tel has tried
to keep safe during the Napoleonic Wars is Madeleine du Beaune, the woman he
wishes to marry. Although, the war is over, shadowy forces are at work to bring
Napoleon back to power. When George discovers Madeleine is in danger, he joins
forces with the British Home Office to rescue her and bring down a spy ring.
When George first appeared in my second book, THE SECRET LIFE
OF MISS ANNA MARSH, he was a jaded man whose use for women was to gain
information or aid. By the end of the novel he had rehabilitated himself, and
the reader is briefly introduced to Madeleine. I knew then that their story
would be a Christmas novella. Although, I didnβt know Madeleine at all at the
beginning of the book, she turned out to be a wonderful surprise.
Madeleine gazed out the window at the now bare vines. The signs of the first
frost were fading as the sun rose higher. In another few weeks, the Christmas
season would be upon them. The first one without her father. She would do her
best to make it a happy Christmas for her mother and sister. Perhaps they could
make new ornaments for the tree and plan a large fΓͺte. Not to mention the market
that would take over the central square in Beaune. For some reason, the hot,
spiced wine always tasted better from the vendor from Alsace.
Aside from dealing with nasty characters, helpful friends and family members,
this story takes place on a mad dash through France during Advent. Their stops
are punctuated by Franceβs famous Christmas markets and traditions, and, of
course, a magical Happily Ever After.
Comment below to be entered to win a copy of ENTICING MISS EUGENIE
VILLARET--part of Ella's Marriage Game series! And buy your copy of MADELEINE'S CHRISTMAS WISH
today!
About MADELEINE'S CHRISTMAS WISH
The bachelors in Ella Quinnβs Marriage Game series make a
habit of resisting the irresistible. But during the season for giving,
surrendering to temptation may be the greatest gift of allβ¦
A French spy, Georges, Marquis Cruzy-le-ChΓ’tel, has lived in England for years,
sacrificing his life for his countryβbut not his heart. For heβs never been able
to forget his childhood friend, Madeleine. And now, in her hour of need, he is
there to rescue herβ¦
The victim of a ruthless statesman, Madeleine, Comtesse du Beaune, has been
abducted and sent to England to work in a brothel. Her greatest wish is to
return home for Christmas, and her only hope of it is to marry Georgesβthough
she will be his wife in name alone. Yet as they steal across the snowy
countryside, Georges decides to woo herβwith kisses that melt the winterβs frost
and leave her longing for a holiday miracleβ¦
About Ella Quinn
Ella Quinn lived all over the United States, the Pacific, Canada, England and
Europe before finally discovering the Caribbean. She lives in St. Thomas, Virgin
Islands with her wonderful husband, three bossy cats and a loveable great dane.
Ella loves when friends connect with her. Visit her website, Facebook
page, Twitter profile, and blog.
Comments
17 comments posted.
Re: Ella Quinn | A French Countdown to Christmas
This sounds like a very interesting story. I'd love to read
it!
(Mary Hay 9:27am October 28, 2014)
The synopsis to your book was so powerful that I was truly
left hanging!! I too, will be spending my first Christmas
without my Father, and will be able to relate to this story
on many levels, so this book will definately be put on my
TBR list. It was so great that you came here today to let
us know about your book, so that the rest of us will have a
chance to get a copy in time for Christmas!! Thank you for
coming!!
(Peggy Roberson 11:18am October 28, 2014)
I love the holidays. All the Christmas novels coming out is an extra treat. Your book really looks fantastic. Thanks for the opportunity to win this and also for letting us know about this Christmas novel. I also love the cover. The blue dress is very pretty!!!
(Judy Cox 11:50am October 28, 2014)
Thanks for the chance to win. Sounds like a fun read.
(Sally Hannoush 12:13pm October 28, 2014)
I have never read your books yet (my bad!) - but I am hooked already!
(Felicia Ciaudelli 12:13pm October 28, 2014)
I have not read your books yet, but liking what I see!
(Colleen Conklin 1:06pm October 28, 2014)
Would love to win. Thanks for the opportunity!
(Karen Mikusak 4:49pm October 28, 2014)
This sounds like a wonderful Christmas read.
(Janie McGaugh 6:56pm October 28, 2014)
Looking forward to the new Christmas novella! These always
help put me in the spirit of the season.
(Samantha Tennant 8:33pm October 28, 2014)
Enjoy Christmas reads.
(Susan Jang 11:51pm October 28, 2014)
Sounds like another terrific read from you, Ella. Tweeted.
(Barbara Bettis 7:19pm October 29, 2014)
A Historical Romantic story with the Christmas holiday season in the mix Wow. Best to all who have entered
(Holly Loch 4:20am October 30, 2014)
Thanks for the sweeps. This sounds like a fun book.
(Anna Speed 12:21pm October 30, 2014)
I haven't read any historicals in a while. It seems it may be time for a new historical for me.
(Patti Pusateri 12:28pm October 30, 2014)
looks like an interesting book.
(Angela Parrish 4:51pm October 30, 2014)
It might be really cool to be in another country before the holidays.
(Laura Gullickson 9:17pm October 30, 2014)
I love this kind of story!
(Diane Sallans 10:39pm October 30, 2014)
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