Historical m/m romance
Poacher's Fall (novella): Midwinter Manor #1
One snowy night just before
Christmas, 1922, poacher Danny Costessey rounds off a night trapping rabbits by
climbing a tree to fetch some mistletoe for his mother—only to fall and break
his leg. Taken to the manor house to recover from his injuries, Danny meets the
reclusive owner, Philip Luccombe. Village gossip has it Luccombe went mad
during the war, but Danny soon realizes he’s simply still mourning his late
lover. As friendship grows between them, Danny starts to fall for handsome, shy
Philip.
Danny’s lively nature, roguish good looks, and ready laughter enchant Philip, and he finds himself being drawn out of his shell whether he will it or not. But when Danny tries to move beyond friendship, Philip panics—and his rejection threatens not only their happiness, but Danny’s health.
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This is a revised and expanded version of the story previously published under the title of Pleasures with Rough Strife.
Danny’s lively nature, roguish good looks, and ready laughter enchant Philip, and he finds himself being drawn out of his shell whether he will it or not. But when Danny tries to move beyond friendship, Philip panics—and his rejection threatens not only their happiness, but Danny’s health.
Read more.
Available in ebook: Dreamspinner Press | Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk
This is a revised and expanded version of the story previously published under the title of Pleasures with Rough Strife.
Keeper's Pledge (novella): Midwinter Manor #2
A sequel to Poacher's Fall, set four years later, in 1926.
Landowner Philip Luccombe has been enjoying a passionate relationship with young poacher turned gamekeeper Danny Costessey for four years now. Danny’s love has brought him out of the shell he retreated into when his first lover died after the Great War. But this Christmas, visitors to the manor threaten their happiness. Philip’s young cousin Matthew is artistic, vivacious, and flirtatious: just the sort to remind him of his long-dead first love—and to emphasise the social gulf between Philip and Danny.
But the worst danger comes from much nearer home. An old flame of Danny’s is discovered in incriminating circumstances, forcing the lovers to keep their distance for fear of being tarred with the same brush. Meanwhile, Danny’s younger brother, Toby, has grown to resent the connection between his brother and the lord of the manor. Danny wants to do the right thing—but that could divide the lovers forever.
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Available in ebook: Dreamspinner Press | Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk
Landowner Philip Luccombe has been enjoying a passionate relationship with young poacher turned gamekeeper Danny Costessey for four years now. Danny’s love has brought him out of the shell he retreated into when his first lover died after the Great War. But this Christmas, visitors to the manor threaten their happiness. Philip’s young cousin Matthew is artistic, vivacious, and flirtatious: just the sort to remind him of his long-dead first love—and to emphasise the social gulf between Philip and Danny.
But the worst danger comes from much nearer home. An old flame of Danny’s is discovered in incriminating circumstances, forcing the lovers to keep their distance for fear of being tarred with the same brush. Meanwhile, Danny’s younger brother, Toby, has grown to resent the connection between his brother and the lord of the manor. Danny wants to do the right thing—but that could divide the lovers forever.
Read more.
Available in ebook: Dreamspinner Press | Amazon.com | Amazon.co.uk
Dulce et Decorum Est (novella)
The First World War cast a long shadow, and in the winter of 1920 it's still at its darkest. When solicitor's clerk George Johnson moves into new digs, he's instantly attracted to friendly fellow lodger Matthew Connaught, who lost an arm in the Great War. As the two become inseparable, George begins to wonder whether it's just friendship that Matthew feels for him, or something more. And if it's something more... can George risk a revelation of his shameful past?
Available in multi-format ebook and on Kindle.
Merrow writes the stiff upper lip and youthful breeziness of English young men very well. They don’t slip into stereotype either, nor wallow in too much angst or emotion, and in this it is nicely balanced...Highly recommended. - Speak its Name
their relationship [is] warm and comforting, growing in such a realistic manner it was easy to become engaged with both men. Matthew’s chatterbox tendency is a wonderful foil for George’s reticence - Book Utopia
a thought-provoking look into historical England - Fallen Angel Reviews
sweet and touching historical romance...Matthew was the light in George’s darkness, and I just couldn’t help but to embrace them - 5 stars, The Novel Approach
The Green Man
In 1920s England, class distinctions still hold sway, and the old pagan traditions are far from forgotten. Can shy young Arthur, stranded in a country village, come to terms with his attraction to the handsome mechanic fixing his car? And are the May Day celebrations more than just a simple country fete?
Available in ebook.
Daylily (free read)
A seasonal story set in 1926. John is staying with his wealthy college friend Lawrence for the Christmas holidays--and desperately trying to hide his feelings for him. He's beginning to think it might have been a bad idea...
Written for the 2011 Speak its Name advent calendar.
Read it here.
