A Lady to Lead

Helen Crofton is determined to free a young indentured servant from a terrible situation and prove to her philanthropic society that she’s a worthy leader. She won’t allow anything to get in her way—especially not the rudeness of a certain sea captain she can’t seem to avoid.

Nathaniel Carter needs to unload a cargo of illegal tea under the governor’s nose. Although his closest friend warns him against smuggling, he’s certain it’s the only way to save his business. He doesn’t need anything to distract him from his mission—certainly not his friend’s unpleasant sister-in-law. Helen and Nathaniel can’t seem to stop fighting, but as the governor’s son starts interfering with Helen’s charitable work and Nathaniel’s smuggling plans, they start to see each other in a new light. After their poor choices land a friend in jail for murder, they must learn to trust each other to save their friend and their fledgling relationship.