Romantic Encounter

Renowned consultant Alexander Fitzgibbon had made it clear from the start that their relationship was to remain strictly professional.

Yet Florence couldn’t help but wonder what lay behind his cool, efficient exterior.

After leaving Colbert’s Hospital to care for her convalescing mother in Dorset, she had welcomed the post at his Wimpole Street consulting rooms. Assisting the thoracic surgeon meant long hours and demanding travel, but Florence took pride in matching his exacting standards.

Behind his brisk commands lay quiet compassion for frightened patients and destitute families in the East End, but his private thoughts remained firmly guarded.

Though his austere silence frequently provoked her temper, she caught fleeting glimpses of warmth during unhurried country drives. If only she could break down the barrier and reach the man behind it…

Slow Burn Romance: Navigating awkward hours and emergency surgery at a ruined warehouse accident, Florence begins to see the deep loyalty behind Alexander’s stern composure.Workplace Romance: While high-society admirers pursue the wealthy surgeon, his dedicated nurse proves her mettle in both prestigious private rooms and hectic hospital wards.Clean Romance: A gentle, wholesome courtship unfolds amidst parish life at the Dorset vicarage, rambles with two mischievous dogs, and cozy suppers by the Aga.Also by This Author: Damsel in Green, Visiting Consultant and The Course of True Love.