Kiss Me Softly

A brand new series from the author of The Gentlemen Next Door, praised for being a 'delightful Regency romp... in the spirit of Georgette Heyer.'Cecilia Gray has taken my heart for a spin! I've REALLY enjoyed this journey--and being able to watch it unfold from every sibling's POV! There's something to be said for Cecilia Gray's work--she ensnares with just a few words, and keeps readers enthralled throughout. . -Betwixt the PagesMeet Seraphina Belle-the Belle Belle-whose face has launched a legion of metaphorical ships. Since her birth caused her mother's death, she's determined to be the perfect daughter. As a dowager duchess at the height of respectability, she is known for turning out perfect matches until he threatens to ruin her perfect reputation.Meet Christian Hughes-bastard-not that you'd say it to his face. The famed pugilist has always solved his problems with his fists, which is probably why he's never gotten over his fascination with Sera. He has always assumed she was out of his reach, until a scandal brings her close-and the only way out of it is together.* * *ABOUT THE KISS A BELLE SERIESFive supportive sisters.Five friendly gentlemen.Five stolen kisses.Everyone has kissed someone, but who has kissed whom?Secrets of the past will become very much present as arrangements are made and proposals fly in this charming, Regency-style series. While all of the stories can be enjoyed as standalones, you may want to read them all. Books 1-3 occur concurrently and can be read in any order; Books 4 and 5 follow respectively.Book 1: Kiss Me AfterBook 2: Kiss Me DarklyBook 3: Kiss Me SweetlyBook 4: Kiss Me SoftlyBook 5: Kiss Me AgainCharacters you meet in Kiss A Belle are also featured in The Gentlemen Next Door. Each of these shorter, sweet stories can be enjoyed as a standalone, but if you love one, then you'll probably love the entire series of novellas.Book 1: A Delightful ArrangementBook 2: An Illicit EngagementBook 3: A Dangerous ExpectationBook 4: A Flirtatious Rendezvous* * *PRAISE FOR THE KISS A BELLE SERIESThis very romantic love story is unwaveringly sweet and unquestionably beautiful. A period piece that spans the yearsbegins with a question mark and ends with a happy exclamation. Brilliant!-Beyond the Pages ReviewDepth and growth and a subtle finding of love and friendship. -Posh Tomes Review* * *ABOUT THE AUTHORCecilia Gray writes stories about first love, second chances, and forever friendships. If you enjoy inconsistent updates, unpredictable sneak peeks and the occasional giveaway, please consider subscribing to her newsletter.