Valinda Lacey’s mission in New Orleans is to help the newly emancipated community survive and flourish. But when thugs destroy the school she has set up and then target her, Valinda runs for her life—and straight into the arms of Captain Drake LeVeq. As an architect from an old New Orleans family, Drake has a personal interest in rebuilding the city. Raised by strong women, he recognizes Valinda’s determination. And he can’t stop admiring—or wanting—her. But when Valinda’s father demands she return home to marry a man she doesn’t love, her daring rebellion draws Drake in closer. Love has survived some great hardships and battles, including those that arrive with events occurring beyond the doorstep, across countries and the world. You told us your favorite wartime romances, and we’re back to share your recommendations with fellow readers.
An Extraordinary Union by Alyssa Cole Morning Glory by LaVyrle Spencer The Ship of Brides by Jojo Moyes The Girl With the Make Believe Husband by Julia Quinn A Hope Divided by Alyssa Cole Beyond a Darkened Shore by Jessica Leake Outlander by Diana Gabaldon The Brigadier’s Runaway Bride by Erica Ridley Flames of Glory by Patricia Matthews A Civil Contract by Georgette Heyer Annie Between the States by L.M. Elliott Fire by Night by Lynn Austin The Secret History of the Pink Carnation by Lauren Willig The Pursuit Of… (The Worth Saga) by Courtney Milan Winds of the Storm by Beverly Jenkins The House at Tyneford by Natasha Solomons An Infamous Army by Georgette Heyer Time Enough for Drums by Ann Rinaldi
