When she received her BA degree in psychology from the University of Texas, she had no idea she had gained a foundation that would help her to create believable characters-characters that are often described as “real people.” She began her career writing training manuals and computer code for the IRS, but something was always missing. Her 'dual' nationality has given her a love for all things British and Texan, and she enjoys weaving both heritages through her stories. Lorraine was born in Watford, Hertfordshire, England, but soon after moved to Texas. She is the daughter of a British beauty (her mom won second place in a beauty contest sponsored by Max Factor® during which she received a kiss from Caesar Romero, (the Joker on the original Batman TV series) and a Texan who was stationed at Bovingdon while serving in the air force. No doubt because growing up, watching movies with her mom, she was taught that the best movies 'won't half make you cry.' Lorraine Heath has always had a soft spot for emotional love stories. Together, they discover an unlikely love…Īs Fancy finds herself torn between her family’s expectations and her growing feelings for Matthew, secrets are exposed-secrets that force Fancy to question if she can trust her heart’s desire.Īlso writes Young Adult under Rachel Hawthorne, Jade Parker, and with her son as J.A.

Fancy’s shop is his one refuge, until the night their passion erupts into a kiss that nearly leads to her ruin-and leaves both longing for much more. Desperate for anonymity, he sheds Society life to search for the peace that eludes him. Widowed just a year ago, the reclusive Matthew Sommersby, Earl of Rosemont, has been besieged by women hoping to become his next wife. But Fancy’s plans are thrown into chaos when an intriguing commoner begins visiting her bookshop-and she finds herself unable to stop thinking about him. Fancy’s keen intellect and finishing school manners make her the perfect wife for any gentleman-if he’s willing to overlook her scandalous lineage. Though born out of wedlock, Fancy Trewlove is determined to fulfill her mother’s wish that she marry into nobility.

New York Times bestselling author Lorraine Heath pens another richly satisfying romance in her Sins for all Seasons series.

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