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A Matter of Chance
First published 2007 · 288 pages
A soothing, vintage medical romance wrapped in the comforting rhythms of Dutch domesticity and quiet, unspoken affection.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into a warm, fire-lit room on a damp afternoon. It is a masterclass in the gentle, predictable rhythms of vintage romance, where the emotional stakes are real but never overwhelming, and comfort is always close at hand. The narrative moves at a leisurely, soothing pace, lingering on the sensory details of hearty Dutch meals, sensible tweed skirts, and the quiet satisfaction of a job well done. There is a deeply domestic, tranquil mood that permeates the story, making it a perfect sanctuary for readers who want to escape into a world of polite misunderstandings and gruff but steadfast heroes. It will delight anyone seeking a sweet, zero-spice love story that prioritizes emotional security and the slow, tender blossoming of trust.
- Mood
- cozy
- tranquil
- comforting
- domestic
- Tone
- gentle
- polite
- earnest
- old-fashioned
- Pace
- leisurely
- Themes
- finding a sanctuary · unspoken affection · the comfort of routine · quiet grief · workplace romance
- The writing
- Quaint and soothingly detailed, lingering affectionately on descriptions of hearty meals, sensible clothing, and cozy interiors.
- The arc
- Moves from a place of quiet displacement and mourning to a secure, warmly cherished sense of belonging.
- Who it's for
- Readers who crave a gentle, zero-spice vintage romance filled with comforting domestic rhythms and gruff but golden-hearted heroes.
Content notes
- parental death (backstory)
- grief
About the book
Was she in the right place at the wrong time? Cressida had lost her parents and badly needed a new focus. So going to Holland to help an elderly Dutch doctor with a book he was writing, giving up her own nursing job for a while, seemed ideal. Her new employer had two partners. One was elderly and friendly, like himself, while the other was younger and...not quite so friendly. Giles van der Tiele always seemed to be snubbing Cressida, putting her in her place. But when he wanted to, he could be extremely charming—too much so for her peace of mind!
Description from Open Library.
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