A Rather Curious Engagement
A Rather Curious Engagement by C.A. Belmond, published by Penguin on July 1, 2008, is a contemporary fiction novel that continues the adventures of Penny Nichols, an American freelancer-turned-heiress. In this sequel, Penny enjoys her luxurious lifestyle, complete with a London flat and a villa in France, but her idyllic life is soon disrupted by unexpected challenges. As she and her partner Jeremy attempt to take a break from their inheritance, they find themselves embroiled in a series of events that lead them to an auction on the French Riviera, where they uncover a centuries-old rivalry tied to a priceless treasure.
Readers will follow Penny and Jeremy as they navigate a world filled with gigolos, gold-diggers, and aggressive salesmen, all while seeking answers to questions about history and love. The narrative weaves together elements of romance, action, and adventure, set against a backdrop of intriguing locations such as Corsica and Lake Como. This edition, comprising 384 pages, offers an engaging continuation of Penny’s journey, making it a fitting companion to Belmond’s debut novel.
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Belmond’s much-beloved debut novel, A Rather Lovely Inheritance was “a rare gem” (Romance Reviews Today) and “An entertaining yarn with family drama and intrigue aplenty.” (Booklist). Now, in the eagerly anticipated sequel, A Rather Curious Engagement, our American freelancer-turned-heiress Penny Nichols is back for more fun–and another engaging international romp with her English hero, Jeremy.
Penny has the great London flat, the classic car, the villa in France, the fabulous bank account, and a great guy to share them with. So everything’s perfect, right? Right? Er, well…
Pursued by gigolos, gold-diggers, an ex-wife, and highly aggressive salesmen chasing after their millions, Penny and Jeremy decide to take the summer off and sock away most of their inheritance for one year. But they allow themselves one big “splurge” from their wish list–and that’s where all the trouble begins. At an auction on the French Riviera, Penny and Jeremy win much more than they bargain for, uncovering a centuries-old rivalry involving the theft of a priceless treasure linked to Beethoven’s Germany, the mysterious island of Corsica, a luxurious 1920s yacht, and a medieval castle on Lake Como, Italy.
A Rather Curious Engagement is a stay-up-all-night read, with an irresistible, unbeatable heroine seeking answers to intriguing questions about history, art, fortune, and love. It’s the perfect companion to the first novel.
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