The Grumpy Count

a single dad romcom with a Pride and Prejudice vibe

My name’s Margot, and I’m a broke actress.
Worse — I’m trapped in a London mansion with an ogre.
Count Jonas d’Alenq is continental nobility, and his views on women as archaic as his title.
Still, he saved our troupe’s immersive Pride and Prejudice show.

His only condition? To join the cast.
Not just any role, mind you. He insisted on playing Mr. Darcy.
A whim, surely. Just because he’s rich and handsome, he thinks he can act.
The problem? My character, Caroline, is meant to swoon over him.
And, to my horror, I actually do.

Big mistake! Especially since Jonas is hiding something.
His guests are furtive. His past, murky.
Is he a spy? A conman? An upper-crust rogue?
Whatever he is, I’ll derail his plans.
And he’ll never have his wicked way with me again!
Well, maybe just one last time…

If you love imperfect heroes, strong women who challenge them, and a slow burn that explodes into fireworks, then this spicy tribute to P & P is for you! Perfectly enjoyable as a standalone.