Admiral's Penniless Bride

A witty tale of passions and practicalities in Regency England from the 'powerful and wonderfully perceptive' RITA Award-winning author (Mary Jo Putney, New York Times-bestselling author of Lady of Fortune).Sally Paul is down to her last penny. As she spends it on a cup of tea-to stave off being at the mercy of the workhouse-the last thing she expects is an offer of marriage . . . from a complete stranger!Admiral Sir Charles Bright's seafaring days are over-and according to society, that must mean he's in need of a wife. Discovering that Sally's in need of a home, he offers a solution. . . . They marry in haste. But will they enjoy their wedding night at leisure?'It is always a joy to read a Carla Kelly love story. Always original, always superb.' -RT Book Reviews'Kelly has the rare ability to create realistic yet sympathetic characters that linger in the mind.' -Library Journal