“This book is the grab-a-fan, oh-my, on-fire kind of scrumptious." -Bashfully Blushing Books
2025 National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award Finalist & New England Readers' Choice Award Finalist
One Kiss to Desire
(Blackwood Legacy, Book 1 - steamy historical romance)
After an accident destroys the dreams of musician Lord Ethan Harrington, he takes refuge at a supposedly haunted manor in the quirky village of Chudleigh Bottoms. He hires mousy housekeeper Xenia Loveday who, instead of making his life easier, ignites his darkest desires. As their forbidden romance blossoms and hidden identities are revealed, they must face the dangerous secrets of Xenia’s past…and unravel the mystery of a century-old curse.
Readers are falling for One Kiss to Desire:
“Gorgeous romance, passionate and emotional.”
“Hot and fun...I was kicking my feet all the way through it."
“Get out your tissue and your hankie because this one is all of that!"
Grace Callaway writes hot and heart-melting historical romances packed with steam, swoon, and mystery. Her standalone novels can be enjoyed individually or as part of the irresistibly interconnected Callawayverse.
BLACKWOOD LEGACY (hot Victorian romance)
1. One Kiss to Desire
2. Two Secrets to Surrender
3. Three Chances to Cherish (preorder)
Don’t miss the sizzling series in the Callawayverse (in chronological order):
– Mayhem in Mayfair
– Heart of Enquiry (Kents)
– Game of Dukes
– Lady Charlotte’s Society of Angels
– Blackwood Legacy (this book belongs to this series)
USA Today & International Bestselling Author Grace Callaway writes hot and heart-melting historical romance filled with mystery and adventure. She has penned multiple #1 National Historical Romance Bestsellers, and her accolades include the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery & Suspense, Maggie Award for Excellence, Passionate Plume, Golden Leaf, and National Excellence in Romance Fiction Award. Her books have been translated into multiple languages and are also available on audio. She holds a doctorate in clinical psychology from the University of Michigan and lives with her family in Northern California. When she’s not writing, she enjoys dancing, checking out cafes with her rescue pup, and going on adapted adventures with her special son.