In the Sweet Midwinter

Set in Oxford, England, the week before Christmas, this warm and witty romance celebrates two centuries of holiday traditions as Gus and Deci pursue their Christmas wishes in a story of family, love, and forgiveness.

"A wonderful adventure/love story filled with genuine, caring people." – 5-star reader review

He's settling for less. She's searching for more.

Deci Gillingham's dream vacation is off to a not-so-dreamy start. Since childhood, she has wanted to visit England, but the reality doesn't match the illusion. After losing her job halfway over the Atlantic, Deci copes with the shock by pretending to be a jet-setting heiress at a high-dollar Victorian dinner. She develops a crush on her waltzing partner and ends up renting a flat in his building. But Gus thinks she comes from money. What will happen when he finds out she doesn't?

For Gus Richmond, honesty is the only policy. But is he being honest with himself? He can't seem to keep away from the starry-eyed American staying in the flat across from his. Deci is everything Gus doesn't want in a girlfriend - and everything he does. Can he forgive her for pretending to be someone she isn't? Will he admit that he's falling in love?

In the Sweet Midwinter is part of the bestselling Richer in Love romance series which can be enjoyed in any order.

Romance Heat Scale: Mild/PG. No detailed sex scenes, profanity, or graphic violence.

What readers are saying about the entire Richer in Love series:

"Could not put it down!"
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"I have enjoyed this series so much!"
"You get immediately sucked in by the story and the characters."
"I want to live there and watch this story happen over and over."
"Loved all the characters even the unlovable ones!"
"Highly recommended if you love a great romance."
"Allows me to escape the tensions of life for a while."
"I absolutely get caught up in the story and the characters and am always sad when over."
"I can't wait to read more from this author!!"
"You will feel as if you have been there, got your passport stamped, and made some new best friends."

About the Author:

F. E. Greene loves coffee, castles, crumpets, and the cat next door almost as much as she loves writing. She is the award-winning author of multiple bestselling series including contemporary romance (Richer in Love), time-travel romance (Love Across Londons), and fantasy adventure (By Eyes Unseen). A novelist, songwriter, poet, and photographer, she has taught young journalists and coached creative writers in both scholastic and volunteer settings. Greene's novels blend feel-good romance, mild suspense, a touch of whimsy, and her steadfast affection for all things British.

Semi-Finalist, 2021 Chatelaine International Writing Competition (In the Sweet Midwinter)
2nd Place Winner, Poetry Category, 2021 Royal Dragonfly Book Awards (In Days Divine)
Semi-Finalist, 2020 Chatelaine International Writing Competition (Some Place Like Home)
2018 B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree (The Never List)
Semi-Finalist, 2018 Chatelaine International Writing Competition (The Next Forever)
Finalist, 2017 Chatelaine International Writing Competition (The Best-Left Questions)
Semi-Finalist, 2017 Kindle Book Awards (The Never List)
Semi-Finalist, 2016 Chatelaine International Writing Competition (The Never List)