Spinster Stories

You're never too old to go on an adventure. ------------ Every year in the kingdom of Asledia, a handful of eighteen-year-olds are chosen by the gods to complete a quest. If they are successful, a grand reward awaits. Gwyneira Fowler is pushing forty and content with her role as both a spinster and an assistant manager at her parents' flower farm. When a cat-sized dragon appears in one of the family hothouses and declares that she has been chosen, Gwyneira's quiet, predictable life is upended. Within days, she finds herself on the back of a strong, steady mule, headed gods-know-where in search of a sacred garden. And the little dragon? She's coming, too, much to Gwyneira's chagrin. Stepping outside of one's comfort zone can be difficult. Sometimes all you need is a little push. And a muzzle for the dragon. ONC '26 Prompt #3: You don't expect much excitement in your quiet garden until the day a dragon suddenly appears among the flowers.

"Tell me miss Agatha, do you feel good about yourself when you criticize other people?" Nicholas asked with hooded eyes Biting my tongue, I held my ground not willing to lose this battle willing myself not to fight back Grinning rakishly nick astounded me when he grabbed me by my waist and whispered "I'm going to figure out who u really are Agatha and I'm going to make u come tumbling down from that prestigious chair that you are using to sit up just like this "yanking the comb which held my her hair together on top of my head letting lose my hair from its tight bun Taken over by fury I pushed against him screaming "how dare you, you -you bastard" Circling around him Agatha rushed into the hallway not realizing that she left a shell-shocked Nicholas with hand frozen in place from the beauty who was unraveled right in front of him. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~**************~~~~~~~~~~~~***************~~~~~~~~~~~~ Full summary will be in side

Carmella 'Ella' Camden, a curious and intelligent young woman, dreams of finding love and companionship. Despite her beauty and wit, she constantly feels overlooked by noble men during her social seasons, who only seem interested in her friends and relatives. Losing hope, Ella resigns herself to the life of a spinster. Meanwhile, Jeremiah 'Jeremy' Morvall, Duke of Darlington, returns to England after traveling for business, being left no choice he has to find a lady to shoo away the eager ladies and their mothers. Fate brings Jeremy and Ella together at a grand ball, where Ella seeks solace in the Duke's library, surrounded by books that have always been her faithful companions. Little does she know that Jeremy instantly becomes captivated by her enchanting presence. However, Ella's past experiences have left her feeling unworthy of such attention, and she dismisses Jeremy's interest as nothing more than a fleeting curiosity. As Jeremy persistently pursues Ella's affections, the walls around her heart begin to crumble. But can Ella overcome her insecurities and allow herself to believe in love once more? Will Jeremy's true motives be exposed, or will he prove himself to be a genuine and devoted suitor? "Rediscovering Love" is a heartwarming historical romance that explores themes of self-discovery, overcoming past disappointments, and finding love when least expected. Readers will be swept away on a journey filled with tender moments, unexpected twists, and the undeniable power of true love. #1 IN SEASON - 05TH MARCH 2025 #1 IN HISTORICAL - 18TH JUNE 2024 #2 IN HISTORICAL - 31ST OCTOBER 2024

This is the story of Rosalie Martin, a self-proclaimed "spinster" and happy to be one, thank you very much. She has no time for relationships or men, and she's quite happy with the way her life is. But as she prepares to begin a new year, she'll soon discover that fate has other plans for her, and things are about to get quite complicated...

HIGHEST RANKING #1 in historical fiction. Rosalyn is living her life. She's reckless, stubborn, unladylike and all the other things a Lady isn't supposed to be. In short, she's the bane of her brother, the Earl of Morley's existence. Theo is more than satisfied with life. Women fawn over him, he's rich and he isn't aimless like most of the gentlemen of his acquaintance. He loves horses and so does she. He needs to marry and so does she. But do they want to marry each other? Not so much. Read more to find out what happens when a consummate rake-Lord Theodore Fortescue and an adventurous hoyden-Lady Rosalyn Orford find themselves entangled in a not so ordinary friendship topped off with an inconvenient attraction towards each other. Will they find love or will their circumstances tear them apart? If you're goofy, unladylike and reckless, I'm sure you will be able to relate to Rosalyn :D Cover by @00Athena00

Isabelle Mercier has always been seen as weak-too young, too pretty and too innocent to be told the truth about what happened to her family in France. As an act of rebellion, she shuns the mores imposed on her gender by the English upper class and leads a life away from the people and the house that sheltered her in her youth. But as the years of her life slowly trickle away, the fear of aging and dying alone grew in her mind. Figuring it was already too late for her to catch any gentleman's attention-if not affection-she dares approach the one person who promised to aid her. Francis Thornton has been sailing the seas of the Atlantic and Mediterranean most of his life, with a sterling reputation that was hard-earned, but no storm has ever left him stunned beyond belief as the azure-eyed young girl whom he had rescued from her family's enemies. Now a vice admiral for His Majesty's Royal Navy, he does not have the time or physical will to finally settle down as his family desires him to. He helped French émigrés escape the Revolution-that was his expertise. Yet when Lady Mercier recklessly asks for a specific skill he supposedly possesses to help her in an insane plan, the notoriously indomitable lord of the sea suddenly finds himself-and his heart-in a quandary.

People tend to judge us by our decisions in life: not getting married early, still being single at your late 30s, and spending money on things that society thinks you dont need. Those types of things. But people dont know the whole story. Why do you do what you do? Well, for Sheila, she does it for a reason. Find out why by reading this short story.

The most eligible bachelor is in no hurry to choose a partner or to settle down. This news hasn't been well received by the maternal grandmother who has willed her entire fortune to Nick if he finds a lady good enough to settle down... that's if his mother's adorable nephew, Leone doesn't find his match before he does. Leone his life long contender. Gwen, is no match for Juli-Anne when it comes to fashion; but wouldn't succumb to any argument or idea of objectify females. She is fussy about men who parade around with a look that says being successful and wealthy were the only thing that matters. And Juli-Anne was everything her twin sister was not.

*This is an excerpt* Lady Olivia Cavendish had resigned herself to spinsterhood after she had been jilted by her fiancé. She's beautiful and rich, her father is the Duke of Devonshire. But she learnt the hard way that being the daughter of a Duke does not always guarantee happiness. Mr. Jacob Townshend- a self made man, rich beyond reason and handsome as the very devil arrives in England after spending seven years on the continent. These past years had turned the once good-natured Jacob into a heartless rogue. Read "Romancing a spinster" on the *goodnovel.com* and *hinovel* to find out what happens when this scoundrel romances our spinster.

Fell down the stairs? Check. Embarrassed oneself in front a really HOT guy? Check. Made an enemy who most people would never cross? Check . Lasting First Impression? Definitely. Eleanore is your typical teenage girl. As typical as she can be when she's suddenly accepted into a school for geniuses- Thornwell Academy, in the middle of the school year. Everyone there has known one another for as long as they can remember. She's the odd one out. So can she fit in? And maybe find true love on the way? Or will first impressions make her life a living hell?

Lady Evelyn Hershaw has never been considered a beauty in society's eyes. Her sharp wit and intelligence have always been her saving grace, but when her best friend, the stunning and vivacious Lady Charlotte, catches the eye of the eligible Duke of Ashford, Evelyn knows that she will always be relegated to the role of the unremarkable wallflower. Despite his initial interest in Charlotte, the Duke begins to find himself drawn to Evelyn's quiet charm and genuine kindness. As the two grow closer, they form an unexpected bond that threatens to upset the delicate balance of high society. Amidst the gossip and scandal of Regency England, the Duke and Lady Evelyn must navigate their burgeoning feelings for each other, even as outside forces conspire to keep them apart. But with the help of their loyal friends and a healthy dose of courage, they may just find that true love can triumph over all.

Being a boring spinster school teacher is not a tough thing but it really becomes tough when the new small student calls her his mother.

Kate Pemberton is a just-turned 30 year old hermit. Always closed off from the world in her chaotic flat with her faithful pyjamas and a dressing gown, she treasures her privacy and isolation but is constantly harassed by her mother who is desperate to marry her off and have her grandchildren. She has always downright rejected these plans but soon finds herself being lured out of her shell and growing independence when a carefree man moves into flat No.7...

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