Midsummer Moon (Regency Tales Book 1)

Merlin Lambourne, an inventor, has created the "speaking box"—a device so valuable that Napoleon has sought it. The crown sends Ransom Falconer, Duke of Damerell, to protect both inventor and invention. Ransom is surprised to discover that Mr. Lambourne is actually Miss Lambourne, and he finds himself drawn to her despite her unconventional nature: she ignores orders, disregards etiquette, becomes easily distracted, and is disorganized. As one of England's most ingenious inventors and a key asset against Napoleon Bonaparte, she represents the country's hopes for defense. Merlin's intense focus means she can only concentrate on one thing at a time, and she tends to interpret language literally. Ransom wants her to complete the speaking box, but she has moved on to studying flying machines. His presence unsettles her in ways she has never experienced in her isolated life. As Ransom attempts to convince her to marry him and refocus on her invention, the two navigate their differences through heartwarming moments and comedic conflict.