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The Virtues #1
Leap of Faith
A managing beauty. A determined bachelor. A delightful romp!
When their elderly guardian dies, Faith Whitford is determined to set up house in Bath and look for respectable country gentlemen for her four sisters. She has no ambitions for mingling with the ton. What she did not expect was a new guardian, in the form of a London Beau to be appointed over them, nor that he would take any interest in their care.
Lord Westwood is London’s most determined bachelor, and frequently finds himself bored with Society. When his beautiful new wards track him down at his hunting box, he decides to bring them out for amusement, anticipating the havoc their beauty will wreak upon the Beau Monde.
Instead of watching as a bystander, he finds he finds his own existence being turned upside down as he is lured into one thing after another by his charming wards…including the ultimate trap!
When their elderly guardian dies, Faith Whitford is determined to set up house in Bath and look for respectable country gentlemen for her four sisters. She has no ambitions for mingling with the ton. What she did not expect was a new guardian, in the form of a London Beau to be appointed over them, nor that he would take any interest in their care.
Lord Westwood is London’s most determined bachelor, and frequently finds himself bored with Society. When his beautiful new wards track him down at his hunting box, he decides to bring them out for amusement, anticipating the havoc their beauty will wreak upon the Beau Monde.
Instead of watching as a bystander, he finds he finds his own existence being turned upside down as he is lured into one thing after another by his charming wards…including the ultimate trap!
244 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2023
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Elizabeth Johns
80 books360 followers Like many writers, Elizabeth Johns was first an avid reader, though she was a reluctant convert. It was Jane Austen's clever wit and unique turn of phrase that hooked Johns when she was "forced" to read Pride and Prejudice for a school assignment. She began writing when she ran out of her favorite author’s books and decided to try her hand at crafting a Regency romance novel. Her journey into publishing began with the release of Surrender the Past, book one of the Loring-Abbott Series. Johns makes no pretensions to Austen’s wit but hopes readers will perhaps laugh and find some enjoyment in her writing.
Johns attributes much of her inspiration to her mother, a retired English teacher. During their last summer together, Johns would sit on the porch swing and read her stories to her mother, who encouraged her to continue writing. Busy with multiple careers, including a professional job in the medical field, author and mother of small children, Johns squeezes in time for reading whenever possible.
Johns attributes much of her inspiration to her mother, a retired English teacher. During their last summer together, Johns would sit on the porch swing and read her stories to her mother, who encouraged her to continue writing. Busy with multiple careers, including a professional job in the medical field, author and mother of small children, Johns squeezes in time for reading whenever possible.
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October 5, 2023
Heavily inspired by Frederica by Heyer and nowhere near as good (the 5 sisters only have their face to recommend them). Props for making an effort to be historically accurate.
October 20, 2023
It's kind of meh, really, and disappointing from Johns. There are several familiar themes wrapped in here (Heyer fans will recognize some of them), and much could have been done with them, but the end result is rather bland. Johns seems to have recognized that it wasn't working, and threw in a dastardly villain to spice up the stew, but that just made it implausible and unpleasing at the same time.
Since there are five lovely sisters (named after virtues, how clever), this is clearly the first in a series. I hope the remainder are executed better, with more energy and imaginativeness.
Since there are five lovely sisters (named after virtues, how clever), this is clearly the first in a series. I hope the remainder are executed better, with more energy and imaginativeness.
February 3, 2024
Delightful read
What a fun book! I greatly enjoyed reading this book and I laughed out loud a few times. This is a must read if you are an Elizabeth Johns’ fan!
What a fun book! I greatly enjoyed reading this book and I laughed out loud a few times. This is a must read if you are an Elizabeth Johns’ fan!
October 24, 2023
(4.5 stars) - Entertaining Heyer-esque story
If you're a fan of Georgette Heyer's _Frederica_ (with a dash of _Arabella_ mixed in), you'll enjoy this Regency romance! Five beautiful sisters take the town, and ton, by storm - will the cynics overwhelm the Virtues or vice-versa? Of course love wins, but the journey is so entertaining!
*Romance level: sweet kisses, nothing graphic
If you're a fan of Georgette Heyer's _Frederica_ (with a dash of _Arabella_ mixed in), you'll enjoy this Regency romance! Five beautiful sisters take the town, and ton, by storm - will the cynics overwhelm the Virtues or vice-versa? Of course love wins, but the journey is so entertaining!
*Romance level: sweet kisses, nothing graphic
October 5, 2023
What romance?
It was a good story. BUT the romance didn't start really until the last chapter and half the epilogue was about someone else. I will get the next book in the series hoping it has more romance.
It was a good story. BUT the romance didn't start really until the last chapter and half the epilogue was about someone else. I will get the next book in the series hoping it has more romance.
October 26, 2023
Disappointingly, the cover is the best part about this book. I thought the general idea of releasing a storm of beautiful women upon the ton would have been hilarious, but this book is certainly nothing but tedious. It's a play-by-play of everything they say and everything they do and When there are 10 to 12 main characters, it's rather a lot to keep track of. It gets very boring very fast to hear all about what each of them is wearing and what each of them is saying and what each of them is thinking.
Then instead of taking the ton by storm, there's one random dude that's pissed and does his best to take everyone down and ruin them on purpose. So then it's just another long boring explanation chapter after chapter of how they're going to escape him this time. There are quite a number of grammatical errors including that the offer can't quite keep the girls' names correct. It's Miss Whitford, but at one point the main character aches for Miss Woodford instead.
Then instead of taking the ton by storm, there's one random dude that's pissed and does his best to take everyone down and ruin them on purpose. So then it's just another long boring explanation chapter after chapter of how they're going to escape him this time. There are quite a number of grammatical errors including that the offer can't quite keep the girls' names correct. It's Miss Whitford, but at one point the main character aches for Miss Woodford instead.
October 2, 2023
Clean and creative opening book to a new series about five orphaned sisters left in the care of a viscount they expect to be old, portly, and boring. Turns out he is just the opposite and unhappy to have his rakish lifestyle interrupted. Let the fun and flirtation, danger and heroics begin!
May 5, 2024
✨3.75✨ the romance seemed like an afterthought.
January 13, 2024
Lots of high reviews here but I’m inclined to agree with the lower ones. The blurb describes Faith as “managing” but it is Dominic who is so ridiculously domineering. This novel embraces all of the gendered stereotypes of the era without irony or exposing the absurdity of men able to do whatever they want and women having no power at all. Kind of infuriating, really. I also struggled to keep all but the youngest and oldest sisters straight. Very little character development in the three middle, particularly with such names. Faith should have been lauded and respected for what she did for her family instead of being seen as uptight or lacking fun. And Dominic’s assertion of authority over these women was galling. Add to it all the excesses of the ruling class in this time period…almost disturbing.
December 3, 2023
5 sisters become the wards of a wealthy Lord. There are some interesting twists and turns, but for the most part, there is a lack of character development - especially in the girls. There is a lot of focus on the beauty and similarities of the sisters. Also, the story never explains why there is animosity between the "villain" and the "hero". Enough to keep reading, but not as good as Johns others book.
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April 18, 2024I could not get into this book and decided to shelf it. I might read it in the future.
January 6, 2026
For the most part, I enjoyed this book. The premise is a little different when it comes to regency romances that I have read so far. Faith Whitford and her four sisters are orphaned at a fairly young age, and then they are raised by Lady Ashbury, in the Country of Bath where they are free to ride horses, play, and not have to worry about the many rules of the Ton in greater London. However, they are still brought up learning many of the skills they would need as they all intended to eventually have “a season” in hopes of making good marriage matches. When their Guardian passes away their playful, somewhat quiet life in Bath is turned upside down as they are forced to rely on their new Guardian, Lord Westwood and his mother.
Lord Westwood is a well- known bachelor who has made it his mission to avoid finding a wife. He is the grandson of a Duke, has done well with his Estate and investments, and does not wish to be “tied down”. When he is literally approached by Miss Whitford (Faith) who is on a strict timeline to find a home for herself and her sisters he feels a sense of obligation to help these young women, to turn society on its head out of boredom, and to find them good husbands. What he doesn’t expect is for his own life to turn on its head as he falls in love.
I enjoyed the many detailed characters in this book, all of Lord Westwoods friends were so mischievous yet loyal. His mother was truly such a wonderful “stand in mother” for the Whitford ladies. My only qualm was the “mystery” and danger that gets wrapped up towards the end of the book. It kind of felt like unnecessary, “high stakes” conflict that was thrown in there and I could have done without it. Overall I enjoyed the writing and this book kept me engaged.
Lord Westwood is a well- known bachelor who has made it his mission to avoid finding a wife. He is the grandson of a Duke, has done well with his Estate and investments, and does not wish to be “tied down”. When he is literally approached by Miss Whitford (Faith) who is on a strict timeline to find a home for herself and her sisters he feels a sense of obligation to help these young women, to turn society on its head out of boredom, and to find them good husbands. What he doesn’t expect is for his own life to turn on its head as he falls in love.
I enjoyed the many detailed characters in this book, all of Lord Westwoods friends were so mischievous yet loyal. His mother was truly such a wonderful “stand in mother” for the Whitford ladies. My only qualm was the “mystery” and danger that gets wrapped up towards the end of the book. It kind of felt like unnecessary, “high stakes” conflict that was thrown in there and I could have done without it. Overall I enjoyed the writing and this book kept me engaged.
January 9, 2024
A clean story.
Orphaned sisters had been taken in by a friend of their mother’s living in Bath. When she died they become the ward of a Viscount, who brings them to London as their similarity in beauty will cause a stir and amuse him, as the wardship had been intended for his late father.
This is first in a series and mainly concerns the eldest sister, and I would think sets the scene for the remaining books. I really liked it. The characters to me were interesting, the sisters were not the usual debutantes and whilst naive about some of the ways of the ton, seem to be intelligent and clear thinking and loyal to each other. There is a blackguard, and I think his actions were a little over done. I think his intentions would have been frowned upon in the main, and the majority would have avoided his bet as it would have reflected on them for being part of it.
However, the book drew me in and I became engrossed which is a good thing. Yes, I did spot an Americanism, ‘conservatorship’, not something I think existed as regards wards in the regency period in England and probably not now. None the less this and the blackguards actions did not spoil it for me, and you could see etiquette being followed.
This is a new author to me. I shall certainly be reading the next in this series, and exploring her other books.
Orphaned sisters had been taken in by a friend of their mother’s living in Bath. When she died they become the ward of a Viscount, who brings them to London as their similarity in beauty will cause a stir and amuse him, as the wardship had been intended for his late father.
This is first in a series and mainly concerns the eldest sister, and I would think sets the scene for the remaining books. I really liked it. The characters to me were interesting, the sisters were not the usual debutantes and whilst naive about some of the ways of the ton, seem to be intelligent and clear thinking and loyal to each other. There is a blackguard, and I think his actions were a little over done. I think his intentions would have been frowned upon in the main, and the majority would have avoided his bet as it would have reflected on them for being part of it.
However, the book drew me in and I became engrossed which is a good thing. Yes, I did spot an Americanism, ‘conservatorship’, not something I think existed as regards wards in the regency period in England and probably not now. None the less this and the blackguards actions did not spoil it for me, and you could see etiquette being followed.
This is a new author to me. I shall certainly be reading the next in this series, and exploring her other books.
September 23, 2024
"Leap of Faith" by Elizabeth Johns. This book dives headfirst into the world of the Witford sisters, who find themselves smack dab in the middle of Regency London. You can't help but fall for these sisters, especially the feisty Joy, as they navigate the bustling city with all its quirks and charms.
At its core, it's a slow-burn romance between Faith, the eldest sister, and Lord Westwood, who's suddenly got his hands full with five young wards. Their journey through the London season is a rollercoaster of evolving feelings and unexpected twists.
Now, don't get me wrong, the story's got serious charm. But sometimes, there's just too many characters vying for attention, which can throw you off the main plotline. Still, it lays down a solid foundation for what looks to be an exciting series.
The author really knows how to weave together family bonds, societal norms, and budding romances into one captivating tale. Sure, there are a few historical hiccups and some over-the-top villainous antics, but the characters are so engaging, you'll breeze through it.
"Leap of Faith" kicks off The Virtues Series with a bang, and it's clear Elizabeth Johns has a knack for bringing Regency England to life. If you're into heartfelt stories with vibrant characters, this one's definitely worth a read.
At its core, it's a slow-burn romance between Faith, the eldest sister, and Lord Westwood, who's suddenly got his hands full with five young wards. Their journey through the London season is a rollercoaster of evolving feelings and unexpected twists.
Now, don't get me wrong, the story's got serious charm. But sometimes, there's just too many characters vying for attention, which can throw you off the main plotline. Still, it lays down a solid foundation for what looks to be an exciting series.
The author really knows how to weave together family bonds, societal norms, and budding romances into one captivating tale. Sure, there are a few historical hiccups and some over-the-top villainous antics, but the characters are so engaging, you'll breeze through it.
"Leap of Faith" kicks off The Virtues Series with a bang, and it's clear Elizabeth Johns has a knack for bringing Regency England to life. If you're into heartfelt stories with vibrant characters, this one's definitely worth a read.
July 21, 2025
WHAT IT'S ABOUT
A managing beauty. A determined bachelor. A delightful romp!
When their elderly guardian dies, Faith Whitford is determined to set up house in Bath and look for respectable country gentlemen for her four sisters. She has no ambitions for mingling with the ton. What she did not expect was a new guardian, in the form of a London Beau to be appointed over them, nor that he would take any interest in their care.
Lord Westwood is London’s most determined bachelor, and frequently finds himself bored with Society. When his beautiful new wards track him down at his hunting box, he decides to bring them out for amusement, anticipating the havoc their beauty will wreak upon the Beau Monde.
Instead of watching as a bystander, he finds he finds his own existence being turned upside down as he is lured into one thing after another by his charming wards…including the ultimate trap!
MY TAKE
It's fun to have five sisters with such different personalities. Dominic finds out there's more to his character when he's suddenly named their guardian. And there's nothing like being entertained by the novelty until he finds he can't imagine life without the eldest sister faith.
There's plenty going on besides introducing the sisters to society.
A fun start to the series.
A managing beauty. A determined bachelor. A delightful romp!
When their elderly guardian dies, Faith Whitford is determined to set up house in Bath and look for respectable country gentlemen for her four sisters. She has no ambitions for mingling with the ton. What she did not expect was a new guardian, in the form of a London Beau to be appointed over them, nor that he would take any interest in their care.
Lord Westwood is London’s most determined bachelor, and frequently finds himself bored with Society. When his beautiful new wards track him down at his hunting box, he decides to bring them out for amusement, anticipating the havoc their beauty will wreak upon the Beau Monde.
Instead of watching as a bystander, he finds he finds his own existence being turned upside down as he is lured into one thing after another by his charming wards…including the ultimate trap!
MY TAKE
It's fun to have five sisters with such different personalities. Dominic finds out there's more to his character when he's suddenly named their guardian. And there's nothing like being entertained by the novelty until he finds he can't imagine life without the eldest sister faith.
There's plenty going on besides introducing the sisters to society.
A fun start to the series.
February 7, 2024
Delightful Crew and Romantic Story
Generally speaking, I do not like the cover because it looks like it's about to be a smutty romance. However, it's the furthest thing from that and the author weaved so many dynamic, enjoyable characters into the story, including five sisters, each with a "Virtue" name. Faith's story is first when she hopes her new guardian, Westwood, will drop her back in the country with her money and leave her alone to raise her sisters. Instead, he finds it amusing that he has been landed with the responsibility of five naturally beautiful sisters with lots of spirit from the country. He thinks it will be fun to bring them out to the ton, and it is at first, until an off-book wager threatens to ruin Faith for marriage.
The crew of Westwood's friends are an equally dynamic and eligible bunch who take it upon themselves to entertain/protect the sisters during their first season, creating some very memorable moments throughout the story. 5 stars and I can't wait to read each sister's story. While they may look alike, their personalities are all different and so are the band of men looking over them. Westwood and Faith's story is wonderful.
Generally speaking, I do not like the cover because it looks like it's about to be a smutty romance. However, it's the furthest thing from that and the author weaved so many dynamic, enjoyable characters into the story, including five sisters, each with a "Virtue" name. Faith's story is first when she hopes her new guardian, Westwood, will drop her back in the country with her money and leave her alone to raise her sisters. Instead, he finds it amusing that he has been landed with the responsibility of five naturally beautiful sisters with lots of spirit from the country. He thinks it will be fun to bring them out to the ton, and it is at first, until an off-book wager threatens to ruin Faith for marriage.
The crew of Westwood's friends are an equally dynamic and eligible bunch who take it upon themselves to entertain/protect the sisters during their first season, creating some very memorable moments throughout the story. 5 stars and I can't wait to read each sister's story. While they may look alike, their personalities are all different and so are the band of men looking over them. Westwood and Faith's story is wonderful.
May 12, 2024
"You are very becoming when in a rage.” “You need not practice your flirtations on me, my lord, if that is your intent.”
"When I flirt with you, you will not doubt it.”
This one was so quietly beautiful. I love the Whitford sisters and how kind they are to each other. I think Faith's loyalty to her sisters is what draws Dominic to her in the first place.
"They danced like graceful swans. It was quite a sight to behold. Carew was evidently not prepared for the sight.
“The devil!” Carew exclaimed.
“By Jove!” Freddy added, even though he had seen them.
“Just so,” Dominic agreed."
Their guileless charm is what endears them to the ton as well, especially their merry band of protectors. His small posse of gentleman was definitely one of my favorite parts. All so jaded by society, they all fall over themselves to help these damsels in distress.
"She reached out her hand as if it would explain. He took it and brought it to his lips as if to say he understood."
Dominic and Faith are just so GOOD and I loved how their relationship grows. This is definitely going on my re-read list.
"When I flirt with you, you will not doubt it.”
This one was so quietly beautiful. I love the Whitford sisters and how kind they are to each other. I think Faith's loyalty to her sisters is what draws Dominic to her in the first place.
"They danced like graceful swans. It was quite a sight to behold. Carew was evidently not prepared for the sight.
“The devil!” Carew exclaimed.
“By Jove!” Freddy added, even though he had seen them.
“Just so,” Dominic agreed."
Their guileless charm is what endears them to the ton as well, especially their merry band of protectors. His small posse of gentleman was definitely one of my favorite parts. All so jaded by society, they all fall over themselves to help these damsels in distress.
"She reached out her hand as if it would explain. He took it and brought it to his lips as if to say he understood."
Dominic and Faith are just so GOOD and I loved how their relationship grows. This is definitely going on my re-read list.
March 2, 2025
I love the premise of this series: five beautiful sisters being put in the guardianship of Lord Westwood after their previous guardian passes away. It got my attention with the first chapter!
Wealthy Lord Westwood lives a free & easy life, with his mother & grandmother also being his responsibility. Just so happens Lord Westwood has a group of close friends that are ready & more than willing to help with any assistance he might need with his five lovely charges. They are a good group of guys that are determined to keep the sisters safe from London rich creeps. And of course there is one particular creep who has set his eyes on the oldest sister, Faith.
I really liked the story but felt like the budding interest of Faith & Lord Westwood could have shown a bit more progress through the story. It seemed pretty thin, more emotion would have been nice.
I will give the story 3 1/2 stars, but will mark it up to 4 because I definitely will read the other sisters' stories. I do like author Elizabeth Johns and have read several of her stories.
Wealthy Lord Westwood lives a free & easy life, with his mother & grandmother also being his responsibility. Just so happens Lord Westwood has a group of close friends that are ready & more than willing to help with any assistance he might need with his five lovely charges. They are a good group of guys that are determined to keep the sisters safe from London rich creeps. And of course there is one particular creep who has set his eyes on the oldest sister, Faith.
I really liked the story but felt like the budding interest of Faith & Lord Westwood could have shown a bit more progress through the story. It seemed pretty thin, more emotion would have been nice.
I will give the story 3 1/2 stars, but will mark it up to 4 because I definitely will read the other sisters' stories. I do like author Elizabeth Johns and have read several of her stories.
October 16, 2023
This was the first book by Elizabeth Johns that I have read. I feel like it was a great one to be introduced to her and plan on reading more. This story was so fun. Full of twists, turns and the unexpected.
Faith and her four sisters are use to taking care of themselves. When their guardian passes away they are surprised to learn that they have a new one in her place. Not knowing what to expect or that they would be leaving their beloved Bath. They allow themselves to be introduced into society and become the crush of the balls.
Lord Westwood was living his best life. Flirting with the ladies but not ready to fully commit to one person. Then he learns that he has not only one but five wards that he is in charge of. He decides that it would be fun to help launch them in society and to find matches for them.
With the help of his friends and mother they are able to launch this sisters into society and get help from unexpected people along the way. I am so excited to read the other books in the series when they come out.
Faith and her four sisters are use to taking care of themselves. When their guardian passes away they are surprised to learn that they have a new one in her place. Not knowing what to expect or that they would be leaving their beloved Bath. They allow themselves to be introduced into society and become the crush of the balls.
Lord Westwood was living his best life. Flirting with the ladies but not ready to fully commit to one person. Then he learns that he has not only one but five wards that he is in charge of. He decides that it would be fun to help launch them in society and to find matches for them.
With the help of his friends and mother they are able to launch this sisters into society and get help from unexpected people along the way. I am so excited to read the other books in the series when they come out.
October 18, 2023
Five sisters (The Virtues), Faith, Hope, Patience, Grace, and Joy, become the wards of young bachelor Lord Westwood after the death of their elderly guardian. They are beauties, and Westwood finds amusement in throwing them into the whirl of the Season. Faith is the oldest and is the mother figure for her sisters, although she's only 21. She wants to go back to Bath and find respectable husbands for her sisters, but their new guardian has other ideas.
London is full of amusements, but problems arise when a villain places a mysterious bet, which jeopardizes Faith's reputation. Westwood and his handsome bachelor friends act as guardians to the sisters, while trying to ferret out the villain. Strangely, some of Westwood's choices of entertainment are the worst he could make under the circumstances. They didn't make much sense and seemed designed solely to add drama to the story.
While the book dragged in the middle, it had an appealing cast of characters. Numerous errors.
London is full of amusements, but problems arise when a villain places a mysterious bet, which jeopardizes Faith's reputation. Westwood and his handsome bachelor friends act as guardians to the sisters, while trying to ferret out the villain. Strangely, some of Westwood's choices of entertainment are the worst he could make under the circumstances. They didn't make much sense and seemed designed solely to add drama to the story.
While the book dragged in the middle, it had an appealing cast of characters. Numerous errors.
October 15, 2023
Leap of Faith by Elizabeth Johns
The Virtues Series Book One
Faith Whitford is the oldest of five sisters. Faith, Hope, Patience, Grace, and Joy lost their missionary parents and were blessed to have Lady Halbury take them in. She passed away, and all was well…until now. The closest heir would be taking over the home, and they had to leave. But it ends up they have a guardian.
Dominic, Viscount Westwood is a bachelor and plans to stay that way. Until he’s informed that he has five female wards, or his father had, it falls to Dominic now that he’s gone. Everything changes when he and his friends look at the two older wards. And when seeing all five of the beauties together, he finds it amusing to see how Society gets knocked off their feet.
Loved this story! I can’t wait for the rest of the series.
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The Virtues Series Book One
Faith Whitford is the oldest of five sisters. Faith, Hope, Patience, Grace, and Joy lost their missionary parents and were blessed to have Lady Halbury take them in. She passed away, and all was well…until now. The closest heir would be taking over the home, and they had to leave. But it ends up they have a guardian.
Dominic, Viscount Westwood is a bachelor and plans to stay that way. Until he’s informed that he has five female wards, or his father had, it falls to Dominic now that he’s gone. Everything changes when he and his friends look at the two older wards. And when seeing all five of the beauties together, he finds it amusing to see how Society gets knocked off their feet.
Loved this story! I can’t wait for the rest of the series.
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October 11, 2025
Five beautiful sisters, named after virtues (Faith, Hope, Patience, Grace and Joy) and who have always lived in the countryside, find themselves in London, the wards of a young dashing viscount (a confirmed bachelor), all thanks to a "vague" will. Soon, sparks fly between the eldest sister and her guardian. There's a season in London for the eldest four sisters, balls, Almack's and also a villain. Sounds familiar, doesn't it? This book, the first in a series, has many of the usual tropes of classical historical romance. But that doesn't detract from the enjoyment, on the contrary, it makes for a very entertaining story, a homage to traditional regencies
Furthermore, the different characters of the five sisters are vividly depicted, enough to make the reader (at least, me) curious about the future love stories of the remaining four sisters, possibly with some of the gentlemen who are friends with the viscount and help him thwart the villain.
Furthermore, the different characters of the five sisters are vividly depicted, enough to make the reader (at least, me) curious about the future love stories of the remaining four sisters, possibly with some of the gentlemen who are friends with the viscount and help him thwart the villain.
October 10, 2023
****3.75****
I adored the Witford sisters. They are a great loving family that puts each other first. They have lost so much and I enjoyed them having a blast as they experience London for the first time. I will say that Joy (the youngest sister) is a scene-stealer - She can't help outshining all her sisters.
This is a slow slow-burn romance. Faith is a character not longing for romance so she is in no hurry to find a beau in this story and neither is Lord Westwood. It's really a story of these two characters who have played a part their whole lives, one a determined bachelor and one a surrogate mother, and their wants, desires, and needs change over the course of a season. The upheaval in their lives and the new experiences they share began to break the walls of their heart and eventually build into a love they never imagined
The only issue I had was it is a bit clunky at times due to all the characters introduced. It has to happen as this is the first book in a six-book series, but it did disrupt the pacing of the story and took focus away from the two leads.
This is a great start to what will be a fun and charming series!
I adored the Witford sisters. They are a great loving family that puts each other first. They have lost so much and I enjoyed them having a blast as they experience London for the first time. I will say that Joy (the youngest sister) is a scene-stealer - She can't help outshining all her sisters.
This is a slow slow-burn romance. Faith is a character not longing for romance so she is in no hurry to find a beau in this story and neither is Lord Westwood. It's really a story of these two characters who have played a part their whole lives, one a determined bachelor and one a surrogate mother, and their wants, desires, and needs change over the course of a season. The upheaval in their lives and the new experiences they share began to break the walls of their heart and eventually build into a love they never imagined
The only issue I had was it is a bit clunky at times due to all the characters introduced. It has to happen as this is the first book in a six-book series, but it did disrupt the pacing of the story and took focus away from the two leads.
This is a great start to what will be a fun and charming series!
April 8, 2024
Romance - Clean
Language - Clean
Violence - Mild
Series - Book 1
This was a cute story with a HEA. There was a twist near the end that I had expected to happen in one way, but it took a different direction. I was happy it was not as predictable as I had originally thought.
The sisters are all lovely and practically perfect in every way. Faith is selfless and only wants to see the happiness of her sisters. Lord Westwood is taken by surprise not only as to becoming the guardian of the sisters, but he is definitely not expecting his heart to soften towards one of them.
I enjoy reading Elizabeth Johns books, and this first book in the Virtues series did not disappoint. It's a happy read, perfect for those who love these types of stories.
Language - Clean
Violence - Mild
Series - Book 1
This was a cute story with a HEA. There was a twist near the end that I had expected to happen in one way, but it took a different direction. I was happy it was not as predictable as I had originally thought.
The sisters are all lovely and practically perfect in every way. Faith is selfless and only wants to see the happiness of her sisters. Lord Westwood is taken by surprise not only as to becoming the guardian of the sisters, but he is definitely not expecting his heart to soften towards one of them.
I enjoy reading Elizabeth Johns books, and this first book in the Virtues series did not disappoint. It's a happy read, perfect for those who love these types of stories.
November 24, 2023
inconsistent behavior
The oldest sister, Faith was so argumentative without cause. She heads off to London with one sister without thought and takes objection that things aren’t as she wants them to enfold and gets mad at her guardian. Then follows him to his hunting lodge, all this with her sister and no chaperone. In a following chapter one of her younger sisters mentioned they should not be going around unchaperoned??? They were raised in Bath, yet she has no social awareness of what is correct behavior? Writing is good but at a seventh grade level. Quite silly at times. It was such a good plot, too bad the author did not developed it well.
The oldest sister, Faith was so argumentative without cause. She heads off to London with one sister without thought and takes objection that things aren’t as she wants them to enfold and gets mad at her guardian. Then follows him to his hunting lodge, all this with her sister and no chaperone. In a following chapter one of her younger sisters mentioned they should not be going around unchaperoned??? They were raised in Bath, yet she has no social awareness of what is correct behavior? Writing is good but at a seventh grade level. Quite silly at times. It was such a good plot, too bad the author did not developed it well.
April 2, 2024
Wonderful read.
Loved this book. I loved the characters; there were a great many of them but they were well described and colourful. The writing contained some typos but nothing significant. There was a great deal of emotional content, which added depth and significance to the story. I had no difficulty sympathizing with the characters as they encountered hardship and rejoicing when they were awarded a responsible and wealthy guardian to look after them. The suspense created by the villain added intrigue to the story. The writing was well done … very few grammatical errors or Americanisms. The dialogue was appropriate and smooth.
I greatly recommend.
Loved this book. I loved the characters; there were a great many of them but they were well described and colourful. The writing contained some typos but nothing significant. There was a great deal of emotional content, which added depth and significance to the story. I had no difficulty sympathizing with the characters as they encountered hardship and rejoicing when they were awarded a responsible and wealthy guardian to look after them. The suspense created by the villain added intrigue to the story. The writing was well done … very few grammatical errors or Americanisms. The dialogue was appropriate and smooth.
I greatly recommend.
May 17, 2025
This is a 4.5 upgraded to a 5 because I believe the editor failed her more than anything else. It is a wonderful story that had me chuckling at the banter between the 2 main characters in the beginning, but then we lost it in the last 1/3 of the book. The pacing, for the most part, was good. The reason I say the editor, is that the MMC refers to the FMC by a different last name a few times and then the entire scene with Julian as the narrator should have been taken out. It took me out of the story. I also feel like the final scene involving Julian and Dominic should have been expanded because it felt rushed and just thrown in there.
October 2, 2023
Loved this book. Faith and her sisters, Hope, Grace, Patience and Joy find themselves the wards of a Viscount they have never met. When they meet he is not what they expected. He is much younger than they thought he would be and incredibly handsome. Dominic and his friends didn't know what hit them when the sisters arrived on Dominic's doorstep.
The interactions are so fun and well written. I love the friendships that form and the love that blossoms. I am really looking forward to the rest of this series.
The interactions are so fun and well written. I love the friendships that form and the love that blossoms. I am really looking forward to the rest of this series.
October 6, 2023
clean romance
You will find twists of fate that keep twisting in unusual fashion and you have a entertaining story!
Great plot, characters combined draw the reader into the author’s world from the first page.
All the characters are well written, good and bad, especially the hero and heroine. They each do not see themselves as exceptional until they meet their match and then shine even better.
This is a promising series and cannot wait for the others to receive their stories!
You will find twists of fate that keep twisting in unusual fashion and you have a entertaining story!
Great plot, characters combined draw the reader into the author’s world from the first page.
All the characters are well written, good and bad, especially the hero and heroine. They each do not see themselves as exceptional until they meet their match and then shine even better.
This is a promising series and cannot wait for the others to receive their stories!
April 15, 2024
4 ⭐️
Challenge #1 of the 2024 Popsugar challenge is a book with the word leap in it. I looked around on Goodreads and found a few promising leads but none of them were available through the three libraries I use on Libby. So then I turned to Kindle Unlimited. I typed in “leap” and this came up in the top ten. While romance isn’t necessarily my favorite genre the added historical aspect piqued my interest. It was a quick, light read that I rather enjoyed. Predictable, yes but nonetheless still a cute read.
Challenge #1 of the 2024 Popsugar challenge is a book with the word leap in it. I looked around on Goodreads and found a few promising leads but none of them were available through the three libraries I use on Libby. So then I turned to Kindle Unlimited. I typed in “leap” and this came up in the top ten. While romance isn’t necessarily my favorite genre the added historical aspect piqued my interest. It was a quick, light read that I rather enjoyed. Predictable, yes but nonetheless still a cute read.
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