Books like Lord Barry's Dream House by Emily Hendrickson

Lady Juliana Hamilton, a skilled architect, has set her sights on completing her late aristocratic father’s unfinished manor for the esteemed Lord Barry. The successful completion of the project would not only affirm her professional talents but also earn her the recognition she longs for in a male-dominated society. Lord Barry, however, harbors reservations about a woman handling such a significant architectural task and is initially reluctant to allow Lady Juliana to take on the work. Yet as they collaborate, the tension between their professional rivalry evolves into a mutual attraction, leaving both to confront their expectations and their growing affection. Amid Regency court politics, social etiquette, and the desire for artistic achievement, Lady Juliana’s determination to honor her father’s legacy sets the stage for a romantic tale of ambition, resilience, and unexpected love.

First publish date: 1996