Romance at the Gilded Age Resorts

Series · 4 books · 2012-2023

By Lisa M. Prysock, Sherri Wilson Johnson, Denise Weimer, and more

Books in series

A Winter at the White Queen

2023

n the world of the wealthy, things are never quite as they appear. Ellie Hastings is tired of playing social gatekeeper—and poor-relation companion—to her Gibson Girl of a cousin. But her aunt insists Ellie lift her nose out of her detective novel long enough to help gauge the eligibility of bachelors during the winter social season at Florida’s Hotel Belleview. She finds plenty that’s mysterious about the suave, aloof Philadelphia inventor, Lewis Thornton. Why does he keep sneaking around the hotel? Does he have a secret sweetheart? And what is his connection to the evasive Mr. Gaspachi, slated to perform at Washington’s Birthday Ball? Ellie’s comical sleuthing ought to put Lewis out, but the diffident way her family treats her smashes a hole in his normal reserve. When Florence Hastings’s diamond necklace goes missing, Ellie’s keen mind threatens to uncover not only Lewis’s secrets, but give him back hope for love.

A Summer at Sagamore

2023

Can summer love survive amid mystery and mayhem? When Abigail Greenwood and her cousins settle in for their annual summer retreat at the stunning and impressive Sagamore Resort in the Adirondacks, all she wants is to spend as much time as possible plunking out stories on her typewriter. But when her cousins insist she join them in the tradition of choosing a beau to adore from a distance during their stay, she reluctantly plays along, setting her sights on a mysteriously quiet and aloof guest. What started as harmless fun soon changes as Abby finds herself captivated by debonair—and handsome—Jackson Gable. Who is he, and why does his arrogant amused smile exasperate her so much? When a series of events causing mayhem and mischief begin to occur at Sagamore, journalist Jackson Gable is determined to get to the bottom of it, since his father is an investor of the resort. Jack has a nose for mysteries, but he may have to use his recently earned law degree and some of his posh family connections to sleuth out the culprit. Are the events connected? Why are they happening? And why can’t he get the beautiful Abby off his mind? Available in paperback and eBook at many retailers, releasing March 14, 2023.

A Season at the Grand

2023

Can the perfect picture reveal the truth before it’s too late? Photographer Amelia Harris has had enough of her aunts' meddling matchmaking. So when The Photographic Times commissions her to spend the summer on Mobile Bay taking portraits of the elite and capturing nature for penny postcards, Amelia happily accepts. But this job is not as simple as it appears, and Amelia must defend against naysayers if she’s to ever gain respect in a man's world. And that doesn't leave any room for romance. Point Clear Resort General Manager Titus Overton never wanted the position he inherited when his cousin passed away. If it were up to him, he would be traveling with the Audubon Society to far-off places, enjoying the solitude of nature instead of providing relaxation for his guests. And now he has to deal with the big-city photographer stomping her way through sand dunes that house the migratory birds nesting there. But when she reveals an admiration for his feathered friends, it reawakens a longing in his heart he'd buried after the death of his fiancé. When threats arise against Amelia and the other resort guests, Titus knows he must step in to help. But she insists they trust God for deliverance. How can he turn to a God who took away his first beloved? As the danger closes in, he must find the courage to overcome his past before someone gets hurt—especially the woman he’s come to love.

Katelyn's Choice

2012

Katelyn Kavanagh’s mother dreamed her daughter would one day escape the oppressive environment of their Upstate New York farm for service in the enchanting Thousand Islands, home to Gilded Age millionaires. But when her wish comes true, Katelyn finds herself in the service of none other than the famous George Pullman, and the transition proves anything but easy. Thomas O’Neill, brother of her best friend, is all grown up and also working on Pullman Island. Despite Thomas’ efforts to help the irresistible Katelyn adjust to the intricacies of her new world, she just can’t seem to tame her gossiping tongue—even when the information she’s privy to could endanger her job, the 1872 re-election of Pullman guest President Ulysses S. Grant, and the love of the man of her dreams. Written for the General Market (G) : Contains little or no; sexual dialogue or situations, violence, or strong language.

Authors

Lisa M. Prysock

Author · 32 books

Lisa Prysock is an award-winning, "USA Today" Bestselling Author of Christian Historical Romance and Contemporary Romance novels. She writes in genres which include Christian Suspense, Westerns, Victorian Romance, Civil War Era, Mail-Order Bride stories, Mystery, and more. She enjoys including humor in her books. Readers will often find food, fashion, faith, and fun in her writing. Happily married, she and her husband of 25 years make their home in beautiful Kentucky. They have five children, grown. Lisa's early childhood years include time spent growing up on a northern, Minnesota farm. She has many happy memories of gardening, hiking, bicycle riding, a tree house, and hanging out with a cow named Daisy, chickens, and a few horses. She also grew up in the Ohio Valley near her grandparents. Their ministry greatly impacted her life. She enjoys working with the children and youth in her church family. She can often be found trying to put together a human video with the kids to a new Christian song. Some of her favorite activities include: family time, sewing, crochet, cross stitching, reading, sketching, scrapbooking, cooking, gardening, walking, swimming, and working out—when she is not writing. Lisa loves all things old fashioned and sharing her faith in Jesus through her writing. Her debut novel, "To Find a Duchess," was published in 2011. Since then, she has written more than thirty novels. For more information about Lisa, check out her website at LisaPrysock.com for reader resources, free recipes, devotionals, giveaways, and more.

Sherri Wilson Johnson

Author · 11 books

Sherri Wilson Johnson writes Inspirational Contemporary Romantic Suspense and Historical Romance. Her current series, Jeopardized Reunions, is set in the romantic and dramatic Mobile Bay area on the Gulf Coast of Alabama. She offers a FREE prequel novella to the series, Bayside Betrayal, for newsletter subscribers. She invites you to learn more about her and her books.

Denise Weimer

Author · 16 books

Denise Weimer holds a journalism degree with a minor in history from Asbury University. Represented by Hartline Literary, she writes historical and contemporary romance and romantic suspense set in her home state of Georgia. She's also a managing editor for Smitten Historical Romance and Heritage Beacon Historical Fiction, Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. A wife and mom of two daughters, Denise always pauses for coffee, chocolate, and old houses.

Susan G. Mathis

Author · 1 books

Susan G Mathis is an international award-winning, multi-published author of stories set in the beautiful Thousand Islands, her childhood stomping ground in upstate NY. Susan has been published more than twenty-five times in full-length novels, novellas, and non-fiction books. She has eleven in her fiction line including, The Fabric of Hope: An Irish Family Legacy, Christmas Charity, Katelyn’s Choice, Devyn’s Dilemma, Sara’s Surprise, Reagan’s Reward, Colleen’s Confession, Peyton’s Promise, Rachel’s Reunion, Mary’s Moment, and A Summer at Thousand Island House. Her book awards include three Illumination Book Awards, four American Fiction Awards, three Indie Excellence Book Awards, five Literary Titan Book Awards, and a Golden Scroll finalist. Reagan’s Reward is a Selah Awards finalist. Susan is also a published author of two premarital books, two children’s picture books, stories in a dozen compilations, and hundreds of published articles. Susan makes her home in Colorado Springs and enjoys traveling around the world but returns each summer to enjoy the Thousand Islands. Visit www.SusanGMathis.com/fiction for more.