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Trade of a Lifetime (Trade Wind Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Rebecca Aubrey (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

4.5 415 ratings

Book 1 of 7: Trade Wind

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A forbidden arrangement destroys their defenses, their plans—and builds more than they dreamed.

Choosing spinsterhood over a stifling marriage, Lady Clara Chadbourne covertly applies herself to pursuits no lady ought to ponder. Surreptitiously running a London charity, she learns more about life than she should and makes friends she shouldn’t. Oh, she longs for a family, but what husband would accept—nay, embrace—her penchant for ardent piano pieces or her work with ladybirds?

James Robertson has built a commercial empire—and a fortress around his heart. He has no use or patience for aristocrats, not with their disdain for his uncouth muscles and humble Scottish origins. The worst of the lot? His insufferable business enemy, the Earl of Anterleigh. Barging into the Earl’s residence for a confrontation, it’s James who is knocked askew…by meeting his rival’s sister. Lady Clara is opinionated. Delectable. Off-limits.

Their chance encounter sparks an awakening, but Clara must refuse the liaison James proposes. It’s impossible…irresistible. With promises of secrecy and no sentimental entanglement, they indulge a passion that musses more than the bedsheets.

Their arrangement will end in devastation...or in the trade of a lifetime.

Don't miss James and Clara's sequel, Love Unbound.

Read the Trade Wind Series

Book 1:Trade of a Lifetime
Book 2: Finding Harmony
Book 3: Becoming Wanton
Book 4: Terms of Trade
Book 5: That Damned American
Book 6: Love Unbound
Book 7: A Divine Woman for the Priest

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"'Trade of a Lifetime' is a historical romance at its best." - Rachel C., Amazon

"The book kept my undivided attention from the beginning..." - Di Kecap, Amazon

"This story brightened my week and will always have a special place on my shelf when I need another dose of pure happiness." - Robin, Goodreads

"I was invested in their story and it gives you ALL the feels. I also liked how the author wove the fictionalized world in with some realistic historic elements." - Ltlmer2, Goodreads

"This is an engaging, well-written book by an author new to the historical romance genre." - Winnifred, Goodreads

"I know I want to read the next one." - Barbara, Goodreads

Product details

ASIN ‏ : ‎ B09LQKWHQ5
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Feisty Otter Publications (November 11, 2021)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 11, 2021
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2276 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 416 pages

Best Sellers Rank: #733,295 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #249 in Renaissance Historical Romance (Kindle Store)
- #317 in Renaissance Historical Romance (Books)
- #2,053 in Scottish Historical Romance (Kindle Store)

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Romantic by birth. Author by choice. Rebecca Aubrey writes about strong women, the men they find compelling, and the passion that ensues.

Oh, and their clothes come off—whether corsets or clergy collars, gowns or gun holsters, breeches or business suits.

Count on intense emotional and physical attraction, and meticulously-researched settings.

Between daydreams, Rebecca has detailed plans for her next book, bake, and cocktail—and a vague notion of what’s for dinner. Rebecca is also a lawyer and proud graduate of Smith College.

Visit her website and sign up for her newsletters at www.rebeccaaubrey.com.

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Margaret L Peifer

Exquisite, beautifully told story

Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2023

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Loved the progression of exploration and fulfillment. Clara and James are strong fully developed characters I could befriend and admire. Their difficult circumstances never defeated them because they had a bond of commitment and love, shared and expanded in their love. David, Clara's brother, is a wonderful character devoted to her and wonderfully supportive even when faced with the dilemma of class difference. The story unfolds making each new chapter anticipated as a wrapped gift. Rebecca Aubrey will be very successful if she fulfills the promise of this story in the following Trade Wind series. Can't wait to delve into the next....and the one after that.

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Amj

Trade for love

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2023

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An enjoyable romance filled with forbidden passions and secrets. I liked the chemistry and connection between James and Clara.

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Tennessee fan

Love has no regard for social standings.

Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2023

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Love this storyline, it has side interests of the h as well as the H. Lady Clara and her brother David, the current Earl of Everleigh also dabbles in Trade which has allowed him to restore the coffers of the estates that he inherited. Clara is a spinster with interests of her own that she keeps secret because it would be frowned on by the Ton. James is a Trademan and a very successful businessman of humble background, orphaned at an early age. It draws you into the story and it doesn't disappoint. Very good read.

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Late Night Reader

A wonderful read!

Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2024

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I fell in love with the characters! I cried with them and celebrated with them! I can't wait to read more!

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Lady8ug9

Finding love….

Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2023

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These two had charisma. Their bond began at their first introduction. It rapidly grew into something much more. More than either of them knew it could be. And neither one had thought of marriage as being in their future. But… being together and getting to know one another, changed their minds. She compared their love to her parents love. This bonds would last them a life time.

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Rural Reader

Strong characters saved this book

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2023

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The beginning of Trade of a Lifetime by Rebecca Aubrey pulled me into the story of seeking pleasure outside of marriage. Sadly the excessive wordiness of thoughts and descriptions reduced my enjoyment of this lengthy book, as did the unnecessary “f” word and the very explicit sex scenes.

As the story unfolded and the characters were fleshed out, their growing strength saved me from giving this offering three stars. Since I enjoy character driven tales with strong lead characters, I was able to finish this book. I even considered the cute ending and epilogue to be smile worthy.

Content 411: In addition to secular and religious swearing, this book also contains one “f” vulgarity and several explicitly graphic sex scenes.

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Space Cowgirl

Falling In Love💘 With Your Enemy👺

Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2021

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ADULT Historical Victorian Romance💕 and Power Adventure.
London 1849.
Wealthy businessman, James Robertson🐺🍆⛲💪 has risen from being a Scottish foundling to bring one of the wealthies,t most eligible, and most influential men in Britain. As a businessman, he is approached by noblemen for investment opportunities, but always in secret! A member of the peerage cannot be seen to soil his hands with trade! Thus, he is involved with the peerage, but will never be accepted by The peerage.

Until, James🐺🍆⛲💪 goes to see his adversary, the Earl of Chadborne👺, and sees his sister , twenty five year old Clara .💃💋 Can a tall, handsome, Scottish commoner and orphan dare to love 💘 the beautiful sister 💃💋of an Earl, a man he is in direct competition with?

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I also got this ebook from Amazon 📚with KU.

This was an amazing story of the rapidly changing times in Britain, and how the peerage needed to change, too, or crumble and be lost to the pages of history.

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Wild1

long.

Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2023

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Yes, this novel was long but written well. I understand the need and importance to explore the relationships for character development which was more than accomplished. What was interesting the ambiguity of the class aristocracy and trade. Also exposing the social inequities and trade barriers that existed. More than okay.

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