4.4 (43 ratings)

A Spirited Courtship (Magic and Mayhem Book 3)

Name: A Spirited Courtship (Magic and Mayhem Book 3)
Rating: 4.4 (43 reviews)
Author: Jane Charles
ISBN: B08RGRVL37

by Jane Charles

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About this book

Miss Diana Vail once believed in fairy tales, but a devastating overheard conversation shattered her illusions about James Bryant, the Earl of Somerton. What she thought was a budding romance was revealed to be a cruel game, leaving Diana wary and determined to protect her heart from further scandal. For James, the realization is even sharper; he had abandoned his long-held vow of bachelorhood to pursue her, only to be cast aside without a chance to explain the misunderstanding.

Their impasse might have remained permanent if not for the spectral inhabitants of Keyvnor Castle. Trapped by an ancient curse, three meddlesome ghosts realize their only hope for eternal peace lies in orchestrating a reconciliation between these two stubborn souls. As the spirit trio pulls the strings from beyond the veil, they turn the historic estate into a playground of supernatural interference, ensuring that Diana and James are forced to confront the truth behind the gossip.

Blending historical elegance with a dash of paranormal whimsy, this enchanting tale explores whether love can truly overcome pride and ghostly intervention. If you are searching for a Regency-era romance with a magical twist, this story offers a delightful escape where the past refuses to stay buried.

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B08RGRVL37

Reader Reviews

Simply Delightful!

February 18, 2021

A wonderful story of true love, almost not given a chance due to gossip being overheard. But three determined ghost sentenced to a life stuck in the castle until they can bring true love to a couple. Diana and James had begun to develop a deep love for each other, until she overheard some of James friends talking. She quickly breaks off their courtship and tries to nurse her broken heart. But a wedding she has to attend at neighboring Castle Keyvnor brings them back together. As much as they...

You can't fight against Love

February 17, 2021

An ancient castle, a wedding, three ghosts, pixies and two estranged lovers. Diana is heartbroken when she hears several men talking about her, her mother and the man who has been courting her. She becomes indignant and angry. She believes every word she overheard and never goes to James to verify if any of it is true. James is confused when she drops him like a hot potato. They are both invited to attend a wedding at Castle Keyvnor. Conveniently Diana lives next to the castle. As soon as she...

Matchmaking ghosts

October 18, 2023

All was moving forward smoothly until Diana overheard men discussing James and their courtship. On top of that three matchmaking Keyvnor Castle ghosts are doomed unless Diana and James fall deeply in love with each other breaking the witches curse that has kept their spirits earthbound for three centuries. Ghosts, pixies, witches, are all involved in this ongoing romance along with misunderstandings, lack of trust, and unwillingness to reconcile. An entertaining story that ends far too soon but...

The Earl, the Miss & Three Ghosts!

February 14, 2021

James Bryant, Earl of Somerton, is handsome, kind & has vowed not to marry before he turns forty. Miss Diana Vail is a lovely four and twenty young woman, and she is dreading this upcoming season. However, neither James' vow or Diana's dread turned out the way they thought as they met, enjoyed learning about one another and fell in love. She was positive he was going to ask for her hand but, on the way, to meet him in the garden at a ball, she heard Lord Somerton's name mentioned & the things...

A sweet second chance romance with supernatural help!

February 17, 2021

This is a sweet second chance love story featuring Diana Vail and James Bryant, the Earl of Somerton. Diana has fallen in love with James and believes he loves her too until she overhears his friends speculating about his relationship with Diana – they are sure he is just using her to keep his matchmaking momma at bay, they also heard that James slept with Diana’s widowed mother! Diana is so distraught by this news that she finds James, slaps him, and tells him she never wants to see him again!...