Lady Charlotte Taylour knows she should feel saddened by the news that her father has died, but all she feels is an immense relief. How can she mourn such a neglectful father? When she is summoned to London for the reading of the will, disaster strikes, and she finds an unlikely ally.Lord Hudson Beauchamp, a hard-working district judge in London, has been tasked with retrieving his sister from … sister from finishing school. Along the way, he rushes to help the most intriguing woman he has ever met. Always the dutiful gentleman, he offers not only to escort her to London but to the reading of her father’s will, as well.
As Charlotte and Hudson begin spending time together, their feelings for each other deepen, something neither of them is prepared for. With danger continuously lurking around Charlotte, Hudson is prepared to do whatever it takes to keep her safe, even risk his own life.
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Wow, what a delightful read. This is the first book I’ve read of Laura Beers and I am hooked! I loved the character of Charlotte, she was strong, determined witty and caring. She faced her fears head on. I also loved the character of Hudson. He was hurt and unable to forgive and forget. Could he open his heart to love again? I was waiting for the twists and turns that make good story. When they came, I was not disappointed I didn’t realize, until close to the end of the book, this is part of the series. I already have the prior books ready to go. I can’t wait to read the stories of other characters. I am really excited about Isabela’s story, it sounds amazing. This was a clean regency romance. I highly recommend reading it.
I enjoyed this book very much. I have read several by this author and have enjoyed them all.
In this book, Lady Charlotte, who is estranged from her father since birth, finds out that he has died and she is summoned to London for the reading of his will. She is nervous about the trip. She had no relationship with her father as she was sent away after her mother’s death due to complications from her birth and she had only occasionally been brought home. He had remarried quickly after her mother’s death and had a 12 year old daughter with his 2nd wife. Lady Charlotte believed that her stepmother hated her and wanted nothing to do with her, too. It didn’t seem likely that it would be a pleasant experience. In her travels to London, her coach was set upon by highwaymen. When the driver was shot, she climbed out the window to save the day. She also shot one of the highwaymen in the process. Upon arriving at the inn, she met Lord Hudson, a very handsome man, who turned out to be the brother of her dear friend, Isabella.
There is a lot to this story that I won’t give away. I liked that Lady Charlotte was a little unconventional. She didn’t need to marry for convenience or for any other reason than for love and she was determined that it would be the only reason she would marry. She also didn’t need to marry for financial reasons because she was an heiress due to her father’s inheritance left for her. I also liked that Lord Hudson began to see that his heart didn’t need to be closed off to love, too. Through his conversations with Lady Charlotte, he began to see that he, too, could be happy.
This was a clean, sweet romance with good character development and many facets to the story. It held my interest and provided a good release for a period of time from worldly cares.
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Ok. So the ending of this book made me giddy. The rest of the book had me turning pages like a madwoman because I couldn’t wait to find out what was about to happen next! Ms. Beers has written a wonderful book with lovable characters.
I recommend this book for lovers of romance!!
Why have I never read a novel by Laura Beers before? I have been missing out! I am already perusing her books on Goodreads and figuring out what I want to read and wondering when I will get a chance to.
I loved, loved, loved the characters in this book. Charlotte and Hudson. Sigh. From the moment they met in a coaching inn, I knew that they had to become a couple. Their easy relationship and friendship is something novels are made of. (Ok, I’m cracking myself up over that one.) I’m coming down from a romance overindulgence right now.
This is a wonderful book to read when you need to escape into another world and time and forget about the stay-at-home orders. Time flew by for me and I was happy to not see anyone or go anywhere.
Source: I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.
Laura Beers’ new book, The Earl’s Daughter, is book 4, in her series Regency Brides: A Promise of Love. This book is an excellent addition to that series! I loved Lady Charlotte’s adventurous, kind nature. And the strong friendships previously seen in the earlier books are fun to read more about. I enjoyed the mystery involved, as well as the new friendships and family ties formed. It also has a sweet, clean love story with a wonderful ending. So much fun to read and a great escape for anyone who loves a good book!
Another book I absolutely loved! Laura knows just how to add the perfect amount of intrigue, love, and witty banter. I’m always so eager to keep reading to find out what is going to happen, and then so sad it is over! I never realized I enjoy reading a good mystery, until reading Laura’s books. I loved reading Charlotte and Hudson’s story. I love how their unexpected friendship is exactly what they both needed to help heal hurts they’ve both had in the past. If you haven’t read Laura’s books yet, do it now! They are all so good!
This was a fascinating regency read with a touch of intrigue that I thoroughly enjoyed. The epilogue was WONDERFUL! The romance was sweet and clean, I’d rate it PG for thematic violence.
I love this couple. They misunderstand each other at first. Hudson is the brother of Charlotte’s friend and he becomes enchanted with her to the point of protector. He is a judge and is very helpful in uncovering truths from her father’s will. Her father that sent her away and never saw her. She has a difficult time mourning him. She is able to find truth, family, and love.
I love Laura Beers’ Regency tales. She writes smart, witty characters that don’t follow the stereotypes and good ton of the day, but it works so well. I fall quickly into her stories and don’t have to work to get lost, this one was no different and I couldn’t put it down. I recommend this and any of her books if you are into mystery and regency. I received an eARC from the author and these are my own thoughts.
I have a few favorite genres, and the latest by Laura Beers hits on two of them—Regency and Mystery.
Her characters are well thought out, the plot is sound, and the sweet love story will leave you with a happy sigh.
I pretty much adore anything by Laura.
I’m having a hard time waiting til August for her next story, A Foolish Game…
The ever talented Ms Beers has released another wonderfully written Regency romance! Whenever I have a book by this author, I intend to read in one sitting. She writes such captivating stories. This story is no less. The characters are well written with great chemistry.
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I received an Advanced Reader Copy of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily reviewing it. This book drew me in right away and had me trying to figure out what was the true intention of each character and why. I really enjoyed the flow of this book and how the characters’ lives intertwined. Great read!
She is such a great author! This book was the perfect mix of mystery, suspense and romance! I love how the characters are developed! Fabulous book!!
This is my first time reading something by Ms. Beers and I have to say I really enjoyed it! This is such a charming and delightful read – the perfect sweet, clean, regency romance. The characters were so wonderful and endearing you can’t help but fall in love with them. Charlotte and Hudson were such a perfect couple and their story was so beautifully written. I very much enjoyed reading the conversations between the two. Both had their own challenges to overcome and it was nice to see how Charlotte brought the brightness and fun back in Hudson’s life. The storyline had me enchanted from the first page and there were some nice plot twists to keep me guessing. This is a very well-written story that just comes to life as you read it. I had not realized this was part of a series – now I have to go back and read them all! Being such a regency junkie, I can’t believe I’ve missed out on an amazing author. But I will certainly remedy that! Ms. Beers is definitely an author I am adding to my favorites list.
I received a complimentary advanced reader’s copy from the author and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.
This story put such a big smile on my face. It was so nice to be back in this world. Getting to see Nicholas and Penelope, Isabella, Everett and Madelene was perfection. But the stars of this story stole my heart. Charlotte and Hudson are just perfect. Laura Beers did not disappoint with a great story full of humor, great dialogue, romance and a great mystery to solve. Hudson is an extreme workaholic sparing no time for family dinners or opening his heart up to be broken again. Charlotte felt unloved and unwanted by her father and is unsure weather she actually wants to mourn his passing or not. Hijinks ensue as she makes her way to London for the reading of her fathers will thrusting her in the path of our dear Lord Hudson. Their relationship blossoms in a smooth and realistic way that was just a joy to read. This was another wonderful installment in this series. I can’t wait to read Isabella’s story next.
*i was given an arc to read. These opinions are my own*
Another great book by Laura Beers! I love a Regency romance and this is a fun one! Charlotte and Hudson are so cute together. I love how Laura likes to have a strong, independent female lead and Charlotte definitely has her own mind. Add in a possible evil family member and adventure abounds. I loved it!!
Good story! Characters were enjoyable. I loved seeing characters from past books again. Excited for the next book. Laura Beers is now one of my favorite authors! Clean read! Nothing even pushing uncomfortable or inappropriate. Thanks for a great read once again!
Wow, what a delightful read. This is the first book I’ve read of Laura Beers and I am hooked! I loved the character of Charlotte, she was strong, determined witty and caring. She faced her fears head on. I also loved the character of Hudson. He was hurt and unable to forgive and forget. Could he open his heart to love again? I was waiting for the twists and turns that make good story. When they came,I was not disappointed I didn’t realize, until close to the end of the book, this is part of the series. I already have the prior books ready to go. I can’t wait to read the stories of other characters. I am really excited about Isabellas story, it sounds amazing. This was a clean regency romance. I highly recommend reading it.
Another lovely Regency from Laura Beers. Lady Charlotte Taylour is finishing her studies at Miss Bell’s Finishing school when she’s notified of her father’s death, and must leave to go home for the reading of his will. She hopes her father has at least have left her a little money to get by on because she has no family other than the stepmother and younger half-sister she hardly knows.
Lord Hudson Beauchamp is a district judge in London who really enjoys his work. He doesn’t attend balls or parties, he just works. All. The. Time. It was easier than opening up your heart to be broken again. Hudson is on the last leg of his journey to bring his sister, Lady Isabella, home from Miss Bell’s Finishing School when he meets Charlotte in a coaching inn after her coach ran into some trouble not far into her journey to London.
I loved this story as I’ve loved all of the author’s Regency books. Charlotte and Hudson are both wonderful characters who are hiding pain caused by someone they loved. Charlotte the pain of never feeling the love of her father and Hudson from the woman who ended their relationship to be with another man. I loved how Charlotte entered Hudson’s thoughts so often he started spending less time at work. I couldn’t wait for Charlotte to read the letter her father left to her because I knew it would contain words that would heal her heart.
I knew Charlotte and Hudson would make a great couple from the start. I loved their conversations, they were so much fun to read. I loved the stories Charlotte told about being raised by her mother’s parents. Her grandpa teaching her to shoot a gun, (which was rare for Regency times), learning to ride a horse and of course her tree climbing adventures. She definitely wouldn’t have been the same fun Charlotte if she had been raised by her stepmother. Speaking of her stepmother, I wasn’t so sure about her for part of the book, and was happy she and Charlotte worked things out. Of course there was a villian who got what they deserved, but most importantly Charlotte and Hudson got a happily ever after.
Charlotte has always felt unloved by her father. He sent her away after her mother died from birthing her. Charlotte has made good friends while at Miss Bell’s finishing school. After a thwarted robbery attempt her friend, Isabella and her brother Hudson escort her to London for her father’s will reading. After a surprising inheritance she goes to live with the new earl and her stepmother. Hudson continually checks up on her but is unwilling to fall in love with Charlotte. Something sinister is afoot and Hudson is determined to keep Charlotte safe. Who could be plotting against Carlotte and will Hudson unlock his heart for the dear Charlotte? A great story with a mystery, love story and enduring friendship elements. I received a complimentary copy and I am voluntarily reviewing.
This is the first book by Laura Beers that I have read and I really enjoyed it. I loved her characters. I loved how her female characters were out of the norm. I loved how Charlotte was adventuress and how she loved to climb trees. I loved how her just being who she was helped Hudson to remember what having fun was and to start living for more then work. I thought this was a great book and I look forward to reading other books in this series.
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