Otherwise Engaged by Joanna Barker
Published October 12th 2020
Source: Goodreads Giveaway Winner
She’s never been afraid of breaking the rules—until she risks breaking her heart
Constantly
stifled by the rules of Society, spirited Rebecca Rowley enjoys finding
ways to quietly—or not so quietly—rebel. But riding bareback and
avoiding nosy neighbors are nothing compared to the thrilling secret she
is keeping from her family.
When Rebecca’s quick thinking saves the
life of a young girl, she unwittingly attracts the attention of the
child’s dashing brother, Lieutenant Nicholas Avery. As that attention
turns flirtatious, Rebecca is forced to tell him the truth: she is
secretly engaged—to the one man her family would never approve of.
Fortunately, Lieutenant Avery is a navy man with no wish to marry, or so
they both assume as they enter into a friendship. Rebecca hopes to
change her family’s mind about her betrothed, but the more she comes to
know the handsome lieutenant, the more she wonders if she promised her
hand too hastily.
After all her carefully laid plans are
shattered during a family crisis, Rebecca must force her heart to
decide. Should she stay true to the promise she made or fight for the
future she’s only just begun to imagine?
My Review: 5 Stars
Rebecca is a spirited character and such a breath of fresh air, as she basks in the secrets she keeps from her mother and brother. Although she does conform to some societal expectations, she dances to her own tune, which leads to some very interesting and entertaining situations. Her new neighbors, Nicholas and his half-sister, Olivia, catch her attention and a deal is made. And wow, does this devious deal lead to some swoon!
These characters are utterly delightful and vivid. I loved the subtle flirtations and the banter, especially regarding the secrets. Barker does a great job of creating an entertaining plot with engaging characters. I adored Rebecca's relationship with her family, most particularly her mother, and loved watching her interact with Olivia. But the romantic exchanges stole the show.
Content: mild romance
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