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A Christmas Worth Remembering: A Clean & Sweet Regency Historical Romance Novel (The Keys to a Lockridge Heart Book 7) Kindle Edition

by Abby Ayles (Author), Starfall Publications (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 509 ratings
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In his search for a lost lady, he found true love… Now he must save her from those who would try to harm her again, just like all those years ago on a tragic Christmas night…

As a friend of the Duke of Hartford, Lewis Darby feels it is his duty to help the man track down his long-lost daughter, Anastasia. But the inquisitive Marquess will soon discover that his task is not an easy one… Ana Parker is content with her position as a lady’s maid, but she has always felt a little out of place.

An orphan raised by an earl’s housekeeper, but also the best friend of her lady, Violet, she seems to be hovering between two worlds with no hope of belonging anywhere. As the investigation for the lost heiress brings Lewis and Ana close, they will find themselves inexplicably drawn to each other, until the truth is revealed and they believe they can finally be together.

But their adventure is hardly over, as there’s an enemy disguised as a friend standing between them and they're happily ever after…

*If you like engaging characters, heart- wrenching twists and turns, and lots of romance, then you’ll love “A Christmas Worth Remembering”!

A captivating regency romance of 75,000 words, written by Abby Ayles.

No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a sweet happily ever after.

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  • 5 Star Review from Holly: A Christmas Worth Remembering is a sweet period romance inspired by the story of the missing Russian Princess Anastasia. The story, in this case, is about the search for a Duke's missing daughter, and the love that blooms along the way.This is a clean romance suitable for any readers who enjoy this type of story.


  • 5 Star Review from Brenda: I love how Abby brings life to her characters. There is always mystery and intrigue and the best love stories too. I can almost guess who the villon is but never quite sure. The story weaves around a Duke who's daughter was taken after the murder of his wife. A Friend will help solve the mystery and fall in love at the same time. Rags to riches and true love is always a good way to go. Thanks Abby for another great book. Can't wait to finish the next one.


  • 5 Star Review from Chanti:I loved Ana and Lewis they were a lovely couple.I loved that Lewis fell in love even when she was a maid and it didn't matter he made her feel safe and secure. The family betrayal was sad but I loved the happy ending well done wonderful heartwarming.


  • 5 Star Review from Rose H.: Ms. Ayles does not disappoint the reader in this book! The story is an interesting mystery with well-developed characters, vivid scenery, intrigue and love. I had a difficult time putting it down; I was hooked from the beginning! Good job!!


  • 5 Star Review from Debbins: Every book Abbey writes is a treasure to be savored and enjoyed. Her characters are amazing, her writing is spectacular. I have read every book she has published, and each one I finish just makes me want to read the next one she publishes.


  • 5 Star Review from Kindle Customer: This is an absolutely wonderful story. The characters are so believable and loving. I felt the Dukes pain over his loss. I cheered as love grew! The mystery was interesting and kept my attention.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08QGQ35VH
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Starfall Publications (December 12, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 12, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4105 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 276 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 509 ratings

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Abby Ayles was born in the northern city of Manchester, England, but currently lives in Charleston, South Carolina, with her husband and their three cats. She holds a Master’s degree in History and Arts and worked as a history teacher in middle school.

Her greatest interest lies in the era of Regency and Victorian England and Abby shares her love and knowledge of these periods with many readers in her newsletter.

In addition to this she has also written her first romantic novel, Her Cautious Duke, which is set in the era and is available for free on her website. As one reader commented – ‘Abby’s writing makes you travel back in time…’

When she has time to herself, Abby enjoys going to the theatre, reading and watching documentaries about Regency and Victorian England.

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Pamela
5.0 out of 5 stars Mystery and Surprises
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2020
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I think this may be my favorite Abby Ayles book. There are lots of twists and turns with secrets almost from the beginning. There is tragedy, murder, a missing baby, friendship, deceit, family and friendship differences and of course, romance and love. This story beginnings with a missing baby girl and her mother found murdered at Christmas time. After 18 years, the Duke of Hartford has almost given up of ever finding his daughter. Lewis Darby, the Marquess of Davenport has heard the stories all his life about the missing baby. HIs father, the Duke of Hampshire and the Duke of Hartford are old friends. They are visiting the Duke of Hartford when a woman comes with a story she had agreed to tell the Duke upon her mother's death. Her mother was the baby, Anastasia's nursemaid. The daughter, Miss Peggy Ellis then begins to tell them her mother was the one who took the baby out of fear and left her on the doorstep of an Earl in London. Unfortunately her mother passed away before she could give the name of the Earl. Lewis Darby has always like to work puzzles and investigate things. The Duke of Hartford asks if he would be willing to try to solve this mystery and find his daughter. The Duke of Hampshire is not happy about his son doing this type of "work", but due to his friendship with the Duke of Hartford, he agrees. Lewis is very excited to try to solve this mystery and elicits the help of his friend. Ethan, the Lord Blackwood. The only real clue is the baby had a birthmark like a flower on her arm. As Lewis narrows down the possible Earls where the baby may have been left on their doorsteps, he settle on three young women. As Lewis and Ethan make their plans to meet the ladies, they are both in for surprises. To find out what happens, you will need to read this book. Trust me you will enjoy it!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Christmas Worth Remembering A Clean& Sweet Regency Historical Romance
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2020
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This is a wonderful story full of it all intrigue suspense and love. A mother was murdered and the baby taken a nd raised as a maid when her father A duke searched.Ana grew up and worked as a maid but she was found and then her mother 's killer tried to kill her.The characters are realistic and strong and the extended epilogue wonderful This is a good author
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Tracy B. Smith
4.0 out of 5 stars Very nicely written and very enjoyable. 4.5 stars.
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2020
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A Christmas Worth Remembering: is a very nicely written and enjoyable book. It is a clean romance with a lovely happy ending. It struck the right balance between light and heavy. The mystery was fun.

I really enjoyed this story! The H/h were very likable and the feelings between them seemed honest and real. The romance was not forced, nor was it rushed. There was none of the pointless misunderstandings that so often show up in this genre. The differences between the stations were correct and for the most part, gently shown. You are not beat over the head every five minutes with lamentations about the differences between the H/h. /
The conversations between the characters were believable, as were their actions. There was enough back story to the characters to explain action, but again, there wasn't the constant repetition of information.
The characters did not indulge in long, tiring monologues. That was so nice!
Technically, the writing was very nicely done. The story moved by showing you what was happening, not just telling you.
And for a blessed change, there was not continuous word and phrase repetition. Such a relief! There was also no use of modern language or modern trite phrases. I was able to actually relax into the time period of the story.

Really, a lovely and refreshing read!
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ann Lipscomb
5.0 out of 5 stars loved it
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2023
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Abby Ayles writes great books but the twists and turns in this one was wonderful. Great book to read at Christmas or any other time.
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Susan C Holt
5.0 out of 5 stars The Missing Heiress
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2020
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Lewis is with his father, a Duke visiting his father's friend,A Duke with a tragedy in his past. They had a visitor, the daughter of his daughter's nurse to let him know that on her mother's death bed she confessed that Christmas 18 years before she had witnessed the death of his wife and had taken his infant daughter, Anastasia to safety. The only clue as to his daughter's whereabouts was that she wad left on the doorstep of an Earl. Lewis offered to investigate this and find his daughter. He looked in all the right places but kept coming up short. One of the 3 daughters of an Earl, Lady Violet he an his friend came across he was actually intrigued with her maid, Ana. He was falling in love and she with him. They kept having upsets and misunderstandings. When he left London to see the 3rd Lady he did so without telling anyone. Ana felt he had abused her heart and fled to the country to stay with a cousin.. When he returned to London and found her gone he was very sad. Lady Violet finally told him where she was after explaining to her what he and his friend, who was enamoured of Lady Violet, were doing and she told him that Ana had the flowered birthmark on her R arm and had been taken in by her housekeeper and raised as her own. They confirmed this with Mrs. Ames the housekeeper and then knew that Ana was the missing Anastasia. He retrieved Ana from her cousin's and took her back to London to tell her about her heritage. She met with her father and things were going well until her father's brother came to dinner. Her father was called away to settle a dispute and that's when Uncle Frank showed his true colors. Lewis ha revisited the nurse's daughter and was told a story about a King his queen and his infant daughter and the disruption one Christmas by the King's evil brother and how he had killed the queen and a kindly servant had taken the baby to safety. Lewis saw this was a true story and not a fairy tale and rushed back to help Ana and hoped he'd be in time. Frank had Ana with a knife at her throat when her father found them. Only moments later Lewis busted through the doors as Frank was telling how Priscilla, the Duchess had spurned him and how his brother had everything that he felt belonged to him. Ana tricked him into letting go and they subdued him and he was arrested. Everything settled back down and a year later they were married and coming home from their honeymoon to a life of bliss.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Christmas Story
Reviewed in Canada on December 16, 2020
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I just finished this wonderful book, and I can only thank Abby so much for such a beautiful story. The characters in the story were all lovable and down to earth.
What a pleasure to read such a well written story.
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Sandra S
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovestory with some twists, but a HEA
Reviewed in Germany on April 16, 2021
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I liked the story about these people very much.

Even though there were some class barriers at first, love found it's way to Ana and Lewis.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Liked
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 22, 2021
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I liked reading this book and enjoyed the characters within as well as the story line.A sweet and soft story,where you know the ending but still want to read how they got there.😊😊
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5.0 out of 5 stars An amazing seasonal story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 14, 2020
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This is amazing and entertaining seasonal story, of suspense and love. The characters are brilliantly crafted, who need to overcome both a mystery and a villain. The extended epilogue is used to brilliant effect to bring their stories to completion. This is a great book that would suit all those who love clean historical romances that have plenty of suspense. I read an ARC copy.
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