The Ashbrooks Books in Order

Abandoned to financial hardship by a faithless husband, Tabby becomes nurse and housekeeper to an injured naval captain. Graham longs to return to sea, but his demanding recovery and growing interest in her complicate both their plans.

After finding an abandoned baby, charming Ambrose travels toward his sister's home and seeks help from fellow passenger Mary. Her distrust of flirts clashes with his manner, while caring for the infant reveals qualities neither expected in the other.

Ruby is left pregnant after discovering that the man she loved staged their wedding to win a bet. His brother Conrad marries her out of duty, leaving two wounded strangers to find meaning in a future neither chose.

Dottie loves her family's tutor Phillip, but he fears his limited prospects make him an unsuitable husband. As she tries to overcome his doubts, a stranger reveals a secret about her past that threatens their hoped-for future.

An inheritance exposes Hazel to damaging gossip, while repentant Lucas returns home seeking forgiveness for old betrayals. Their shared experience of ruined reputations brings understanding, but family obligations and public judgment threaten the new beginning they want.