A Sci-Regency Novel: sequel to My Fair CaptainAnxious to escape the confines of Regelence society, if only for a little while, Prince Payton Townsend poses as an admiral’s aide to further investigate a dangerous conspiracy. Payton plans only to use his computer skills to help navigate the tangled web of mystery and deceit on planet Englor, then return home, but he finds himself drawn to the … to the charismatic Colonel Simon Hollister.
Simon, however, is no mere soldier—he is heir to the throne of Englor, and his life is meticulously planned to include a bride and heir. Unlike Regelence, the Regency society on Englor disapproves of same-sex relationships, and Payton and Simon’s attraction plays out in a daring secret affair, one Simon never expected would grow into love.
Risking scandal and certain ruin if they are discovered, Payton and Simon uncover more about a common enemy and a deadly plot that imperils both their worlds. But in this game of interplanetary intrigue, love might be the ultimate casualty….
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** 4.25 stars **
Regency, manloving and Sci-Fi make a delicious read. I loved the intrigue, the characters and the pace of the story. What I didn’t like was the lack of communication between Simon and Payton that resulted in unnecessary drama and a flight across the galaxy. Why can’t people talk to each other and just hug it out or sex it out? Another thing that made me feel disappointed was the ending. Considering how intense the first book was (which I loved) I expected something explosive but it was very mellow and too lovey dovey.
But there was plenty to love. The chemistry between the MCs is hot hot hot! The men are just scrumptious both in their uniform and evening wear. And the juxtaposition of Payton’s naivete and Simon’s experience makes a book fun, sassy and sometimes romantic. It was enjoyable experience and I can’t wait to see what the Princes of Regelence will come up with next!!!
I’m loving J.L. Langley’s Sci-Regency universe and The Englor Affair is every bit as wonderful as the first book in the series. The endearing Townsend princes continue their quest to find love, making mischief and losing their virginity along the way. It’s not all scorching hot sex in these books, Langley also writes a wonderful story and an intriguing mystery. Everything builds upon events which begin with My Fair Captain so you’ll need to read these books in order.
Under the guise of a computer expert, Prince Payton accompanies his brother-in-law, Admiral Nate Hawkins, to the planet Englor. Coming from an extremely sheltered upbringing and unchaperoned for the first time in his life, I love the way Payton approaches everything in this new world. He’s never seen such a buffet of manhood displayed out in the open and the scene when he’s checking out the naked men in the locker room is hysterical. His reactions are adorable and I’m completely smitten.
One of the hotties who approach him is Simon, a Colonel in the marines, and the immediate attraction between them is compelling. The virgin and the confident bit-older guy is one of my all-time favorite tropes, and the encounter between these two men is incomparable. Simon is a total Alpha, all commanding and confident, while Payton is sweet and so responsive…. Easily one of the best, most detailed deflowering scenes I’ve ever read, J.L. Langley writes this genre to perfection.
When Nate interrupts the two men in flagrante, he blows his top. Since Prince Payton has been “‘compromised’”, he insists the two men marry immediately. Of course Simon turns out to be the Crown Prince of Englor, so their union would ensure a treaty between their two planets.
The way Payton processes his uncertainty over whether Simon truly wants him, or is just marrying him to get the treaty reminds me of those old fashioned historical romances, and I love it. Sweet and uncertain, Payton stoically assumes his position as Simon’s consort, and the missed cues between the two men make for some delightful (and steamy) moments.
This is such a fun and interesting spin, blending science fiction and Regency period romance. The characters and the pairings just keep getting better, and the mystery that’s evolving is extremely well done. I’m impressed with J.L. Langley’s writing and I swear the only thing I’m not enjoying about this series, is waiting for the release of the next one!
This is a book two in the series. I didn’t read book one and followed this pretty well, however, I think I would have understood some characters and other things more if I had read My Fair Captain first.
It is a Scifi Regency story and though Sci-Fi isn’t on top of my reading loves, I really enjoyed this story.
Payton is from Regelence and is a prince that hated his life in high society and poses as an Admiral’s aid to help investigate a dangerous conspiracy. they travel to Englor and Payton meets Simon also a prince posing as a Colonel. He is immediately attracted to the hunky colonel and they begin an affair. Simon finally admits who he is but Payton keeps his secret.
There are many twists and turns and the story is engaging and page turning.
I listened to this and Joseph Morton did a good job narrating. he had good pacing and the story felt like you were in it not just listening to someone tell it.
If you like Sci-fi , Scifi regency, Princes, Kings, military men, a good romance and some pretty hot man-sex this is for you. the romance between Payton and Simon really pulled this story together and is quite swoon-worthy.