The most marvelous summer

Matilda had beauty, charm, intelligence, a kind and generous nature--it was surprising that she was still single and uninvolved.

But despite any number of offers, she remained heart-whole and fancy-free. Until she met eminent surgeon James Scott-Thurlow. It was love at first sight for Matilda.

He was the only man she'd ever wanted to marry! But as luck would have it, James was already engaged--to the glamorous Rhoda. And it was clear he hadn't fallen for Matilda... .