The Vicar of Arbor Hill - Paperback

by Patricia Lyn Bradt (Author)

If They Want a Happy Ending, They'll Have to Get Out of Their Own Way

Timothy Linfield shocked the neighborhood when he announced his decision to become a curate. Many still thought of him as the boy who would not, or could not sit still. But as the younger son of a genteel family, there were only so many polite careers available to him. And a life of active service suits him just fine.

Only two things could make his life better. The first would be to become the vicar of the parish where he grew up. A decision that is, unfortunately, entirely out of his control. The second would be to have his best friend, Arabella, always by his side. If only she saw him as more than a friend.

Arabella Bailey is in love with her best friend. Though she's never breathed a word to anyone, the entire neighborhood seems aware of her feelings. Everyone, that is, except the man himself. Though she once dreamt of becoming his wife, she's long since given up hope. Tim seems entirely oblivious to her feelings, and has only ever viewed her as a dear friend. And there is no sense in dwelling on what she cannot control.

After Tim learns that to become a vicar, he must find a wife, he turns to the one woman he has always wanted to marry. She may not hold him in tender regard, but friendship is a solid foundation for marriage, or so he has been told. But when his disastrous attempt at an offer ends with Arabella fleeing the neighborhood, things go from bad to worse.

Can two lifelong friends overcome years of misunderstanding, hurt, and confusion to claim what they both want most?

This Clean & Wholesome Regency Romance novella is sure to touch your heart and make you laugh.