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Every dream job has a catchHousekeeper Adeline Black’s new position seems too good to be true. Dusting a collection of peculiar relics? Too easy. Having a splendid house all to herself? Too lovely. Addy’s not about to question why she was told to never open the library door. Or why there’s a mysterious portrait of a medieval knight locked inside. But libraries need dusting, too. And what’s the harm in chatting with a knight over tea? It’s not as if he’s real. It’s not as if she’s falling in love.Every portrait has a storySir Hugh Marshal is very real. Unfortunately, so is his curse. Trapped in an eternal prison, he’ll take whatever distraction he can get, even if she’s a bookish housekeeper with a stubborn streak and a vexing sense of whimsy. Even if he might be falling in love. Every curse has a keyWhen Addy realizes Sir Hugh is more real than she imagined, she vows to help free him. But the curse will kill anyone who tries to break it—including the stubborn woman who’s captured his heart … the woman he must drive away before his curse becomes her downfall.This story was originally published in the 2023 Dragonblade Anthology Once Upon a Haunted Romance.Read in Kindle Unlimited!
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I adore historical romances that have paranormal elements to them, and the enchanted painting in this one is rather unique (it kind of reminded me of Prince of Dreams by Lisa Kleypas, which I know is divisive, but I really enjoyed it!). Our Victorian, housekeeper heroine is capable and strong willed - and our knight hero is just medieval enough. I loved their conversations, and the way Braden set the story over a surprisingly long period of time. Unfortunately, their long-awaited meeting in person was a little less passionate than I would have liked, and as with many novellas, the ending felt a tad rushed. But it’s a great little read for spooky season!
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