A childhood bond. A forbidden love. A choice that changes everything.

Honoria Bassett has spent her life crafting a future that is logical, respectable, and secure. A well-run home, a proper marriage—these are the things she values. And Philip Townsend, her childhood friend and endlessly frustrating neighbor, does not fit into that vision. His estate is struggling, his responsibilities weigh on him, and worst of all, her father would never approve.

Philip knows duty comes before desire. With the fate of his estate at stake, marriage is the last thing on his mind—no matter how often Honoria's sharp wit and captivating presence unsettle him.

But when unexpected challenges force them together, friendship turns into something far more dangerous: longing. As old rivalries and family expectations threaten to pull them apart, Honoria and Philip must decide if love is worth risking everything.

Perfect for fans of sweet Regency romance, A Whimsical Notion is a heartwarming, slow-burn love story about friendship, longing, and the courage to follow one's heart. This is a no-spice / closed door romance book.