A traditional Regency romance, drawing room rather than bedroom.Caroline Milburn and her younger sisters live in two cramped rooms, struggling to survive by their skills in lace making and weaving. When their previously unknown grandfather drowns on the Brig Minerva and bequeaths them a cottage in the country, their lives seem set to improve. But where will the daughters of a linen draper fit … draper fit into rural life, now that they are better off? How will Caroline find husbands for her younger sisters? Why have purses of money been buried in the garden? And why are the neighbours so interested in them?
Charles Leatham was happy in the army, where all he had to do was to follow orders. With both his older brothers dead, he’s forced to return home and he knows where his duty lies – he must marry, and soon, to secure the inheritance. He doesn’t care who he marries, but why is his step-mother so keen to pair him with the ill-bred linen draper’s daughter? She’s a termagant and a shrew, but he always follows orders so he resigns himself to the inevitable. At least she’ll be grateful for the offer… won’t she?
This is a complete story with a HEA. Book 2 of a 6 book series.
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The second in Mary Kingswood’s Regency series, the wonderful prose, indepth characterizations, and intimate descriptions of daily life among the differing classes of people during the Regency period keeps the reader absorbed in this totally interesting and charming novel. Far more than many other “Regency” novels, this one seems to truly portray the extreme differences of distinction and feelings, particularly for women in different levels of society, though we know this is still very relevant today, however improper or petty.
The romance between the two lead characters is definitely a challenge, and Ms. Kingswood’s dialogue and actions between the two will often have you laughing out loud. There’s also a mystery, but think you’ll begin to see what’s happening on this front.
I would definitely recommend this second novel as I devoured it in less than 24 hours and look very forward to reading her next book!!!
Again, Mary’s books are traditional, but very much make you think and feel. They stay with you long after you read them.
A good read
Entertaining, somewhat predictable.
Haven’t read a book of Mary Kingswood I didn’t like. I love them all
Hard knocks in life make this young gal work hard and smart to help her family and herself. Interesting read
Great writing/loved the characters
Could not care about the characters. Not sure why. I like this author, but ….
Book was enjoyable but often times difficult to read because of language due to era.
I loved this book and the ones that went before. I am waiting for #5 to be sent on June 13th.
As a lace maker I found the references to lace correct! Nice job!
Great character development.
I enjoyed the character, Elizabeth, with her nurturing, but expressive attitude towards life. Darcy, is her alter ego, however, it is funny and interesting to see him cope with Elizabeth and the demands of life.
Light read! Sweet story
Did not care
A very good book for a young person to read. There were no inappropriate scenes, and I quite enjoyed it.
Great story with interesting characters!
Caroline is the eldest of 3 orphans who have a change in fortune. However, this change brings a new village, home and friends. Will she be able to navigate the changes in her social status and still help another hapless individual to find his way in a world that he really isn’t ready for?
One of my favorite authors with another can’t put down book.
Didn’t like the beginning, almost didn’t finish book.