The Bridemaker Author:Rexanne Becnel From Booklist: From a background that left her on her own and fearful of men, Hester Poitevant has created a career for herself at a time when a woman on her own had few choices. She runs the Mayfair Academy, dedicated to preparing young girls of the ton for their season. So far, every one has made a suitable match, but Hester herself remains an... more » enigma. She hides her beauty behind the serviceable accoutrement of a governess or nanny, and pretends to be a widow. When one of her students becomes enamored with a newcomer to the social scene, Hester finds herself in the uncomfortable position of being attracted to this same man. Adrian Hawke has come to London from America, and at first associates Hester with all that he hates about the English aristocracy, but he soon sees beyond her plain facade and is intrigued enough to seek out her secrets. It is a real treat to see how Hester and Adrian overcome their flaws and insecurities to end up happily together. Maria Hatton