There will be no happily ever after for Violet Tavners. At least, that is what she has determined. She has seen her sisters marry for love, but after falling for a man who turned out to be the worst kind of fraud, Violet is determined to never be deceived again. The only way to do that? Never fall in love. Instead, she agrees to consider the idea of marrying a man of her father’s choosing, … despite the fact the marriage would be convenient for everyone but her.
Owen Ridlington chooses to be known for his exploits in the fight against Napoleon instead of for his title of Viscount of Primrose. He has faced many foes over the last few years, and now he is nearly lulled to sleep while protecting a little inn by the sea. One thing is certain — there is no room in his life for anyone who might be put at risk. He is alone, and he vows it is going to stay that way.
Then danger, in the form of an escaped French spy, threatens The Wild Rose Inn and Owen must protect the Tavners family and the town of Southwold at all costs. But as they work to defend the town, will Owen and Violet protect their hearts against their growing attraction, or will they learn that love can always find a way?
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This is the 4th and final book in the series Blooming Brides by Ellie St. Clair, but you can read this book by itself. This book is about Violet, the youngest daughter of an Inn owner and Owen who was sent to the Inn to protect the Inn and the people in it from harm. Owen and Violet become close and fall in love but there is Owens past and an enemy which can keep them apart. This is another enjoyable read by Ellie St. Clair I know you will enjoy
I enjoyed this book but a little sad because it is the last in the series. Violet Tavners is the youngest of the 4 sisters & the only one not married – she watched her sisters marry for love to a duke, then a marquess & then an earl but love has not found her. She had mistakenly been charmed by an deceitful, dangerous man & has vowed never to fall in love but then she met Owen.
Owen Ridlington aka Viscount Primrose works for his country during wartime & he is known for saving & helping many people when summoned by the Crown to fulfill a mission.. He is at The Wild Rose to protect a fellow spy whose identity has been compromised (one of the sister’s husband). Owen finds himself noticing how lovely Violet is but keeps reminding himself that he must not let distractions take him away from his dangerous employment.
The romance & love between Owen & Violet comes about gently with some bumpy spots, danger, fires & it all was tied together with 4 wonderful sisters that cared for each other fiercely & the love they all found with their husbands.
I was gifted the Advanced Reader Copy of this book & all opinions are my own & have been voluntarily given.
This is one tremendously enjoyable story keeps you wanting to read more with all the twists and turns abound, unexpected circumstances, unpredictable surprises.