From USA Today bestselling author Mimi Matthews comes a Victorian tale of love and longing in a quaint English village.

A Secret Burden...

After a mysterious sojourn in Paris, Beryl Burnham has returned home to the village of Shepton Worthy ready to resume the life she left behind. Betrothed to the wealthy Sir Henry Rivenhall, she has no reason to be unhappy--or so people keep reminding her. But Beryl's life isn't as perfect as everyone believes. 

A Longstanding Love... 

As village curate, Mark Rivenhall is known for his compassionate understanding. When his older brother's intended needs a shoulder to lean on, Mark's more than willing to provide one. There's no danger of losing his heart. He already lost that to Beryl a long time ago. 

During an idyllic Victorian summer, friends and family gather in anticipation of Beryl and Sir Henry's wedding. But in her darkest moment, it's Mark who comes to Beryl's aid. Can he help her without revealing his feelings--or betraying his brother?

*Fair as a Star is a novella, approximately 50,000-words in length.

Praise for the Novels of Mimi Matthews

"Readers will be hard put to set this one down before the end." -Library Journal, starred review

"[A] gripping, emotional Victorian romance... Historical romance fans should snap this one up." -Publishers Weekly, starred review

"As always, Matthews attention to historical accuracy is impeccable." -Kirkus Reviews

"It seems that I say each book that Mimi Matthews pens is her best writing, but it appears to be true." -The Romance Reviews

"Mimi Matthews is an exceptional story-teller." -Passages to the Past

"[Matthews'] books are classics and remind me of Georgette Heyer and Mary Balogh...simply wonderful." -Jane Porter, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author

"Mimi Matthews writes so beautifully I'll happily follow her imagination anywhere." -Kate Pearce, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author