Paperback
Publication:
June 12th 2018
by Sweetwater Books
Source: I received a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are my own and were voluntarily given.
Francesca Haversham is
eighteen years old and about to step into a glittering future--all she
has to do is secure her wealth with an advantageous marriage. Then she
learns the truth: her entire identity is a lie. Now Francesca faces a
horrible choice. Will she give up all she knows or continue to lie about
her past and risk everything, including her heart?
My Review: 5 Stars
Secrets abound at Haversham House and Matern does a fantastic job of creating vivid characters. The prim British society is richly described and the settings have such an authentic feel. Although there are the normal balls and flirtations that will hopefully result in a proposal, there is an integral thread that isn't found in your every day Regency story and it really planted something deep within me. I don't want to give anything away, so I'll end here.
Francesca is a mature eighteen year old and is very delightful. Although this is ultimately her story, there are several other characters who come to life and the tapestry that Matern weaves is charming, sweet, and enlightening. And the settings are realistic. I thoroughly enjoyed this book!
Content: mild romance; very vague talk of premarital relations; mild religious elements.
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