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The Heart Does Whisper
The Sequel to Echoes of Pemberley.
From one of Derbyshire, England’s oldest, most prominent families, heiress
Catherine Darcy is beautiful, rich, and seemingly destined to the legacy of her Regency-era ancestors. Determined to follow her own heart, Catie marries handsome, proud Sean Kelly — the son of an Irish horse farmer.
In this modern-day continuation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, newlyweds Sean and Catie depart London for Savannah, Georgia, where Sean has accepted a yearlong administrative internship. The young couple is hopeful the romantic coastal town will provide neutral ground for their opposite worlds but soon discover the southern city has a social pecking order all its own. Behind Savannah’s veil of Spanish moss, a dying socialite and a mute boy send the Kellys on separate paths of personal awakening while together embarking on a journey of the heart that teaches them the
true meaning of their enduring love for each other.
From one of Derbyshire, England’s oldest, most prominent families, heiress
Catherine Darcy is beautiful, rich, and seemingly destined to the legacy of her Regency-era ancestors. Determined to follow her own heart, Catie marries handsome, proud Sean Kelly — the son of an Irish horse farmer.
In this modern-day continuation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, newlyweds Sean and Catie depart London for Savannah, Georgia, where Sean has accepted a yearlong administrative internship. The young couple is hopeful the romantic coastal town will provide neutral ground for their opposite worlds but soon discover the southern city has a social pecking order all its own. Behind Savannah’s veil of Spanish moss, a dying socialite and a mute boy send the Kellys on separate paths of personal awakening while together embarking on a journey of the heart that teaches them the
true meaning of their enduring love for each other.
- GenresRomance
302 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 28, 2013
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About the author
Cynthia Ingram Hensley
2 books12 followersI was born in Asheville, NC – home to a grand mansion much like Pemberley. The Biltmore Estate or “the Lady” (as us Ashevillians like to call the house) really put Asheville on the map in the late 1800’s. I still remember my grandfather (papaw) telling us that when he was a boy, Lady Vanderbilt would bring Christmas gifts to the children of All Souls Episcopal Church in Biltmore Village. As a child I can recall riding by the estate’s grand entrance in awe of such wealth, while my youthful imagination ran a gamut of romantic stories of life beyond the black iron gates. I have always believed that the very surroundings of my progressive yet small mountain town has inspired and generated the great many authors who began life within Asheville’s perimeters.
Though I embrace my southern heritage, I’m a sucker for a British or Irish accent. My great-great-great grandfather was from County Down in Northern Ireland and an early settler to the Blue Ridge Mountains. A Scotch-Irish descendant, I have always been fascinated by what goes on over the pond, and I can’t get enough of classic English Literature. Although as an author I believe I am equally being called to write Southern and Historical Fiction, I’m devoted to Jane Austen Fan Fiction both as a reader and writer. I’m proud of my first novel, Echoes of Pemberley. And furthermore, I sincerely hope that Ms. Austen would have liked it as well.
Though I embrace my southern heritage, I’m a sucker for a British or Irish accent. My great-great-great grandfather was from County Down in Northern Ireland and an early settler to the Blue Ridge Mountains. A Scotch-Irish descendant, I have always been fascinated by what goes on over the pond, and I can’t get enough of classic English Literature. Although as an author I believe I am equally being called to write Southern and Historical Fiction, I’m devoted to Jane Austen Fan Fiction both as a reader and writer. I’m proud of my first novel, Echoes of Pemberley. And furthermore, I sincerely hope that Ms. Austen would have liked it as well.
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August 17, 2013
I was very sad when I came to the end of Echoes of Pemberley and my journey with Sean and Catie, until I discovered that there was a sequel! The Heart Does Whisper, a story of Sean and Catie's first year as a married couple. I couldn't wait to read it and once again I had a late night finishing it!
I mentioned in my review of the first story, Echoes of Pemberley, that I would have liked to see more of Sean and Catie's courtship once they were together; this book satisfies that wish. Although they are now married and the story is set four years after the first, we are shown glimpses into their courtship, the proposal and the time leading up to their wedding all through the story through conversations they have which was so nice to see! As well as these glimpses into their past relationship there are plenty of romantic moments between the two as they face their first year of marriage.
(I will say here that given that they are now married there are a few more intimate scenes - they are tastefully done with nothing explicit as well as being 'off the page' with the reader normally returning the following morning - it didn't bother me and I only read clean stories usually.)
Page 1, Chapter 1, Paragraph 1:
"In every romance novel she'd ever read, "the kiss" was always followed by "the end". So what does a woman do with a man after the nuptials? The chase was over. He had her - legally, binding, before God. 'My Lord,' she whispered, 'I'm married.' "
I think this is a great way to start the story because it is very true; what does happen next? Most stories don't go beyond the 'happily ever after' and although I may be only 17 and a hopeless romantic, I am not naive enough not to realise that 'happily ever after's' don't just happen; they take work! And this is exactly what this story is all about, Sean and Catie working their way through all the problems, as well as the pleasures, of the first year of marriage.
I really enjoyed seeing Sean and Catie work through their first year and it is not all plain sailing I assure you, much like real life I imagine.
As well as the normal problems facing any newlyweds, there are other problems these two must face due to their union bringing together two people from completely different worlds!
These two are as sweet as ever, if not sweeter, and you can tell how fond they are of each other and that their marriage is one which will last, whatever problems are thrown at them. I liked seeing more of Sean in this story as the first one was told mainly from Catie's point of view. He is very much the gentleman and still is rather a traditionalist when it comes to looking after his wife, which is lovely to read (as well as encouraging to me that there are still men out there who know how to treat a lady ;))
There are quite a few little story lines going on through the story, all which keep the story interesting and the plot moving. A few of my favourites would be...
In this story we hear even more about the past Darcy's and in particular, Catie's mother and father. This is achieved through a grumpy old woman called Annabelle Montague, who turns out to have known Catie's mother and father when she was a teenager. Some of my favourite scenes were when Miss Montague was telling stories to Catie about her parents and herself when they were troublesome teenagers. The effect it has on Catie is very touching when reading it, seeing it helping her learn more and feel closer to the mother she never knew. A sweet and funny character was Miss Montague's butler - of sorts - Mr Robbins. He is quite a minor character but fun all the same and very caring of both Miss Montague and Catie.
Another aspect I really enjoyed in this story was, as I mentioned earlier about Sean coming into his own more, as does the rest of the Kelly family. We saw glimpses of Sean's family towards the end of the first book but they feature more prominently in the second. In particular Sean's brother and father, Gabriel and Seamus, who have an important side story all of their own. I also liked seeing how the Kelly's accepted their new daughter in law and how their relationship developed.
I think my favourite sub plot would be about one of the boys Sean comes across at the school; Toby, a mute boy suffering the after effects of the murder of his mother and the blame of this murder falling on his father. It is through Toby that the mystery is brought into this story and it is very touching and heartbreaking at times.
I think I have probably made it sound like there are far too many plots going on at once, but it doesn't feel like that. I felt like all these things which happen to the couple happen to test them, test their marriage and their love for each other. So, it never feels over complicated with too much going on but just seems to blend together into one story perfectly.
There are some lovely new characters in this story...
Miss Etta. Neither Catie or Sean are domestic goddesses in the kitchen, Catie having always had her meals cooked for her till now and Sean... well... because he is a man of 23. But, to get to the point, they end up with this Miss Etta who, in exchange for a place to live, cooks for them. She is a funny character and is similar to the role of Rose back at Pemberley.
Dr Hugh Middleston and his lovely wife Prissy were also great characters. Dr Middleston is the headmaster of the school Sean goes to teach at and his and Sean's relationship, both working and social, is nice as well as rather comic at times! This couple and the relationship they build up with Sean and Catie was one of my favourites of the story, Prissy Middleton having a similar relationship with Catie that she and Sarah shared in the first story.
There was a Wickham-esque character in the first book and in this one there is a Caroline-esque character. I don't want to give anything away so all I will say is that there is a rather amusing incident involving this character and a glass of water at some point in the story!
As well as these fun new characters there is also the reappearance of the favourite characters from the first story. I have already mentioned the Kelly's but the Darcy's make a welcome return as well as Rose, the housekeeper. Rose also has her own little story in this and provided me with possibly my favourite moment of the entire story, but I won't say anymore!
Just as the ending of the first story was perfect, so too is the ending of this story. Fitzwilliam and Elizabeth Darcy are once again mentioned and the closing lines will leave you feeling very satisfied (and with a big grin on your face if you are anything like me) and easily believing that Sean and Catie Kelly will live their 'happily ever after' and very happily indeed.
If, like me, you want to read more about the wonderful couple that is Sean and Catie Kelly and travel with them through the ups and downs of their first year as a married couple then you must read this sequel! Fun, engaging and romantic! (My paperback version of this story is on its way – both stories have a rightful place on my bookshelf!)
I mentioned in my review of the first story, Echoes of Pemberley, that I would have liked to see more of Sean and Catie's courtship once they were together; this book satisfies that wish. Although they are now married and the story is set four years after the first, we are shown glimpses into their courtship, the proposal and the time leading up to their wedding all through the story through conversations they have which was so nice to see! As well as these glimpses into their past relationship there are plenty of romantic moments between the two as they face their first year of marriage.
(I will say here that given that they are now married there are a few more intimate scenes - they are tastefully done with nothing explicit as well as being 'off the page' with the reader normally returning the following morning - it didn't bother me and I only read clean stories usually.)
Page 1, Chapter 1, Paragraph 1:
"In every romance novel she'd ever read, "the kiss" was always followed by "the end". So what does a woman do with a man after the nuptials? The chase was over. He had her - legally, binding, before God. 'My Lord,' she whispered, 'I'm married.' "
I think this is a great way to start the story because it is very true; what does happen next? Most stories don't go beyond the 'happily ever after' and although I may be only 17 and a hopeless romantic, I am not naive enough not to realise that 'happily ever after's' don't just happen; they take work! And this is exactly what this story is all about, Sean and Catie working their way through all the problems, as well as the pleasures, of the first year of marriage.
I really enjoyed seeing Sean and Catie work through their first year and it is not all plain sailing I assure you, much like real life I imagine.
As well as the normal problems facing any newlyweds, there are other problems these two must face due to their union bringing together two people from completely different worlds!
These two are as sweet as ever, if not sweeter, and you can tell how fond they are of each other and that their marriage is one which will last, whatever problems are thrown at them. I liked seeing more of Sean in this story as the first one was told mainly from Catie's point of view. He is very much the gentleman and still is rather a traditionalist when it comes to looking after his wife, which is lovely to read (as well as encouraging to me that there are still men out there who know how to treat a lady ;))
There are quite a few little story lines going on through the story, all which keep the story interesting and the plot moving. A few of my favourites would be...
In this story we hear even more about the past Darcy's and in particular, Catie's mother and father. This is achieved through a grumpy old woman called Annabelle Montague, who turns out to have known Catie's mother and father when she was a teenager. Some of my favourite scenes were when Miss Montague was telling stories to Catie about her parents and herself when they were troublesome teenagers. The effect it has on Catie is very touching when reading it, seeing it helping her learn more and feel closer to the mother she never knew. A sweet and funny character was Miss Montague's butler - of sorts - Mr Robbins. He is quite a minor character but fun all the same and very caring of both Miss Montague and Catie.
Another aspect I really enjoyed in this story was, as I mentioned earlier about Sean coming into his own more, as does the rest of the Kelly family. We saw glimpses of Sean's family towards the end of the first book but they feature more prominently in the second. In particular Sean's brother and father, Gabriel and Seamus, who have an important side story all of their own. I also liked seeing how the Kelly's accepted their new daughter in law and how their relationship developed.
I think my favourite sub plot would be about one of the boys Sean comes across at the school; Toby, a mute boy suffering the after effects of the murder of his mother and the blame of this murder falling on his father. It is through Toby that the mystery is brought into this story and it is very touching and heartbreaking at times.
I think I have probably made it sound like there are far too many plots going on at once, but it doesn't feel like that. I felt like all these things which happen to the couple happen to test them, test their marriage and their love for each other. So, it never feels over complicated with too much going on but just seems to blend together into one story perfectly.
There are some lovely new characters in this story...
Miss Etta. Neither Catie or Sean are domestic goddesses in the kitchen, Catie having always had her meals cooked for her till now and Sean... well... because he is a man of 23. But, to get to the point, they end up with this Miss Etta who, in exchange for a place to live, cooks for them. She is a funny character and is similar to the role of Rose back at Pemberley.
Dr Hugh Middleston and his lovely wife Prissy were also great characters. Dr Middleston is the headmaster of the school Sean goes to teach at and his and Sean's relationship, both working and social, is nice as well as rather comic at times! This couple and the relationship they build up with Sean and Catie was one of my favourites of the story, Prissy Middleton having a similar relationship with Catie that she and Sarah shared in the first story.
There was a Wickham-esque character in the first book and in this one there is a Caroline-esque character. I don't want to give anything away so all I will say is that there is a rather amusing incident involving this character and a glass of water at some point in the story!
As well as these fun new characters there is also the reappearance of the favourite characters from the first story. I have already mentioned the Kelly's but the Darcy's make a welcome return as well as Rose, the housekeeper. Rose also has her own little story in this and provided me with possibly my favourite moment of the entire story, but I won't say anymore!
Just as the ending of the first story was perfect, so too is the ending of this story. Fitzwilliam and Elizabeth Darcy are once again mentioned and the closing lines will leave you feeling very satisfied (and with a big grin on your face if you are anything like me) and easily believing that Sean and Catie Kelly will live their 'happily ever after' and very happily indeed.
If, like me, you want to read more about the wonderful couple that is Sean and Catie Kelly and travel with them through the ups and downs of their first year as a married couple then you must read this sequel! Fun, engaging and romantic! (My paperback version of this story is on its way – both stories have a rightful place on my bookshelf!)
July 8, 2018
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars.
September 17, 2013
In this sequel to Echoes of Pemberley, a modern sequel to Pride and Prejudice, Catie and Sean set off for America as newlyweds. Sean has a position waiting for him in Savannah as a teacher of troubled young boys. This book chronicles the all the trials and joys of their first year of marriage.
I liked this book. Not quite as much as the first one, but I enjoyed it a great deal. It was simple and sweet and just the thing to curl up with on a rainy day accompanied by a cup of tea. Catie and Sean are an adorable couple and Sean is just so…Irish. He’s definitely my favorite character, but he and Catie together are perfect. Their relationship rang true to me – full of mistakes and squabbles, some big, others small, but also full of a deep and devoted love.
The novel focused more on Catie’s journey as she learned how to be a wife. Having been such a sheltered child, she had a lot to learn. Sean settles into his position as husband a little easier, but it’s not all smooth sailing on his part, either. And that’s without taking into account their families’ issues, both past and present, which also play an important part.
There are a couple of threads of mystery running through the storyline that I enjoyed. I wish that one of them had played a larger part, mostly because Sean’s students were my favorites of the wealth of new characters introduced. I also really liked his boss, Hugh Middleton, and his unique ideas.
This book didn’t feel nearly as connected to Pride and Prejudice as the first one did, but that was alright. Catie and Sean had enough strength to stand on their own without Darcy, Elizabeth and Pemberley. The Heart Does Whisper works well as a standalone contemporary romance, though I would definitely recommend reading Echoes of Pemberley first.
I received an e-copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review on the Indie Jane blog.
I liked this book. Not quite as much as the first one, but I enjoyed it a great deal. It was simple and sweet and just the thing to curl up with on a rainy day accompanied by a cup of tea. Catie and Sean are an adorable couple and Sean is just so…Irish. He’s definitely my favorite character, but he and Catie together are perfect. Their relationship rang true to me – full of mistakes and squabbles, some big, others small, but also full of a deep and devoted love.
The novel focused more on Catie’s journey as she learned how to be a wife. Having been such a sheltered child, she had a lot to learn. Sean settles into his position as husband a little easier, but it’s not all smooth sailing on his part, either. And that’s without taking into account their families’ issues, both past and present, which also play an important part.
There are a couple of threads of mystery running through the storyline that I enjoyed. I wish that one of them had played a larger part, mostly because Sean’s students were my favorites of the wealth of new characters introduced. I also really liked his boss, Hugh Middleton, and his unique ideas.
This book didn’t feel nearly as connected to Pride and Prejudice as the first one did, but that was alright. Catie and Sean had enough strength to stand on their own without Darcy, Elizabeth and Pemberley. The Heart Does Whisper works well as a standalone contemporary romance, though I would definitely recommend reading Echoes of Pemberley first.
I received an e-copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest review on the Indie Jane blog.
October 26, 2013
If you have not already had the pleasure of encountering these charming novels by Cynthia Ingram Hensley, please allow me to introduce you!
Echoes of Pemberley is a Pride and Prejudice inspired novel about the descendants of Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy. The story takes place in 1986, has some parallels to Jane Austen's beloved novel, and contains a turbulent young romance between a sheltered heiress with a fiery temper and a "insufferable" Irish lad who was raised on a horse farm...
The Heart Does Whisper is a sequel to Ms. Hensley's first novel. It takes place four years after the close of Echoes of Pemberley, where we drop in our favorite young couple, Catie Darcy and Sean Kelly, as they begin their next chapter together as newlyweds!
Hmmm...it is hard to decide what I love most about this novel! Is it: the well-drawn and original characters, the realistic portrayal of two newlyweds and their first year of marriage, or the sexy Irishman! Umm...yep...pretty sure it's the sexy Irishman! ;) With his adorable Irish talk (saying "me" instead of "my" and "wee" instead of "little"); the romantic endearments he gives his wife (mo cailín - my girl, mo bhean chèile - my wife) and his honest, hardworking, and deeply compassionate nature, Sean Kelly stole me heart! *swoon*
I greatly appreciated and admired how Cynthia Ingram Hensley depicted Sean and Catie's first year of marriage. Bringing them to Savannah, Georgia she put them on neutral ground, away from their families, and all on their own. Both characters had to adapt to their new lives, roles, and responsibilities, and both characters have some lessons to learn (Catie with her fiery temper, Sean with his Irish pride!) I loved witnessing their growth (as individuals and as a couple), their quarrels and compromises, and the fierce abiding love they always had for each other.
As with Echoes of Pemberley there is a lot of focus on knowing your past, conquering your inner fears, and healing. I enjoyed seeing Catie discover more about her parents' history and finally find peace with the past. Furthermore, I was happy to see there was a bit of intrigue in this novel just like its predecessor. Throughout the story I was eager to know the secret that is caused Sean's brother Gabe to turn to drink and the real reason poor Toby, a boy at Sean's school, no longer speaks.
Captivating, poignant, and beautifully complete - The Heart Does Whisper is another winner from Cynthia Ingram Hensley! You won't find Elizabeth and Darcy in this book, but you will find Sean and Catie, who will effortlessly win you over. Here's hoping that we will see more of Sean and Catie in the future!
Note: I'd recommend reading Echoes of Pemberley first.
Rating: Due to some use of mild profanity (ar*e and d*mn) and references to romantic intimacy (nothing explicit happens on the page, but they are young newlyweds, so... ;) ) I'd rate this novel PG-13.
Echoes of Pemberley is a Pride and Prejudice inspired novel about the descendants of Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy. The story takes place in 1986, has some parallels to Jane Austen's beloved novel, and contains a turbulent young romance between a sheltered heiress with a fiery temper and a "insufferable" Irish lad who was raised on a horse farm...
The Heart Does Whisper is a sequel to Ms. Hensley's first novel. It takes place four years after the close of Echoes of Pemberley, where we drop in our favorite young couple, Catie Darcy and Sean Kelly, as they begin their next chapter together as newlyweds!
Hmmm...it is hard to decide what I love most about this novel! Is it: the well-drawn and original characters, the realistic portrayal of two newlyweds and their first year of marriage, or the sexy Irishman! Umm...yep...pretty sure it's the sexy Irishman! ;) With his adorable Irish talk (saying "me" instead of "my" and "wee" instead of "little"); the romantic endearments he gives his wife (mo cailín - my girl, mo bhean chèile - my wife) and his honest, hardworking, and deeply compassionate nature, Sean Kelly stole me heart! *swoon*
I greatly appreciated and admired how Cynthia Ingram Hensley depicted Sean and Catie's first year of marriage. Bringing them to Savannah, Georgia she put them on neutral ground, away from their families, and all on their own. Both characters had to adapt to their new lives, roles, and responsibilities, and both characters have some lessons to learn (Catie with her fiery temper, Sean with his Irish pride!) I loved witnessing their growth (as individuals and as a couple), their quarrels and compromises, and the fierce abiding love they always had for each other.
As with Echoes of Pemberley there is a lot of focus on knowing your past, conquering your inner fears, and healing. I enjoyed seeing Catie discover more about her parents' history and finally find peace with the past. Furthermore, I was happy to see there was a bit of intrigue in this novel just like its predecessor. Throughout the story I was eager to know the secret that is caused Sean's brother Gabe to turn to drink and the real reason poor Toby, a boy at Sean's school, no longer speaks.
Captivating, poignant, and beautifully complete - The Heart Does Whisper is another winner from Cynthia Ingram Hensley! You won't find Elizabeth and Darcy in this book, but you will find Sean and Catie, who will effortlessly win you over. Here's hoping that we will see more of Sean and Catie in the future!
Note: I'd recommend reading Echoes of Pemberley first.
Rating: Due to some use of mild profanity (ar*e and d*mn) and references to romantic intimacy (nothing explicit happens on the page, but they are young newlyweds, so... ;) ) I'd rate this novel PG-13.
September 28, 2013
Really enjoyed reading this book. Now have to go back and read the first one.
December 7, 2018
Storyline: average. Characterizations: good. Editing: needs work.
Misused or misspelled words: 1. Pouring instead of poring; 2. Drawls for draws; 3. Lightening / lightning; 4. Lung full / lungful; 5. Sat / set; 6. Mantel / mantle; 7. Cadenced / cadence; 8. Ideal / idea; 9. Passed / past; 10. Snuggly / snugly; 11. Bizarre / bazaar; 12. Fair / fare; 13. Ask / asked; 14. Sunk / sank; 15. Try and / try TO; 16. Don / adorn; 17. Toil / toll; 18. Know / known; 19. Ring / wring; 20. Peel / peal; 21. Barefoot / bare foot.
Two small words (to, of) were omitted, and in one sentence, an extra "a" was added.
Misused or misspelled words: 1. Pouring instead of poring; 2. Drawls for draws; 3. Lightening / lightning; 4. Lung full / lungful; 5. Sat / set; 6. Mantel / mantle; 7. Cadenced / cadence; 8. Ideal / idea; 9. Passed / past; 10. Snuggly / snugly; 11. Bizarre / bazaar; 12. Fair / fare; 13. Ask / asked; 14. Sunk / sank; 15. Try and / try TO; 16. Don / adorn; 17. Toil / toll; 18. Know / known; 19. Ring / wring; 20. Peel / peal; 21. Barefoot / bare foot.
Two small words (to, of) were omitted, and in one sentence, an extra "a" was added.
October 2, 2013
I loved The Heart Does Whisper! It is the sequel to Echoes of Pemberley; a modern Pride and Prejudice inspired story (more like a continuation of P&P as it is about the descendants of Elizabeth and Darcy).
After four years of dating Sean and Catie get married! Sean has finished school at the university and has accepted an internship at Norbury, a boys school in Savannah, GA. They will begin their married life in America - far away from family and friends. Catie has a lot to learn about being a wife and living on a budget! Sean, also, has a lot to learn about being a husband. He’s a proud man and doesn’t like the idea of living off his wife’s money - not even a little bit. There is also his new job, which is going to be a little harder emotionally than he thought it would be. You see the school takes in boys that come from abusive backgrounds.
I love all the secondary characters in this story! I found the wealthy Miss Montague, Norbury’s chief benefactor, to be an interesting lady. She has a few secrets that need to be told. She reminded me a little of Lady Catherine when she said, ”I detest conversation I have no part in.” Then, there is the cook Catie hired (without discussing it with Sean first), Etta Oliver. She’s a no nonsense kinda of lady! I loved her!
There are some heartbreaking stories surrounding the boys at Norbury. One boy, Toby, who was brutally wounded, holds the secret to his scars, but he’s not talking. Sean feels compelled to find out what happened, and try to help him with his plight.
Not only do we hear Sean’s beautiful Irish brogue throughout the book, but we are also treated to the occasional southern draw. And some yummy southern cooking!
I was really glad that Sean and Catie spend their first year away from Catie’s brother Ben. Even though Ben loves Catie very much, he can be a bit controlling, and I don’t think he would let them work out their problems on their own.
The Heart Does Whisper is a great read! I would recommend it to anyone whether they are a Jane Austen fan or not!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author for my honest review.
After four years of dating Sean and Catie get married! Sean has finished school at the university and has accepted an internship at Norbury, a boys school in Savannah, GA. They will begin their married life in America - far away from family and friends. Catie has a lot to learn about being a wife and living on a budget! Sean, also, has a lot to learn about being a husband. He’s a proud man and doesn’t like the idea of living off his wife’s money - not even a little bit. There is also his new job, which is going to be a little harder emotionally than he thought it would be. You see the school takes in boys that come from abusive backgrounds.
I love all the secondary characters in this story! I found the wealthy Miss Montague, Norbury’s chief benefactor, to be an interesting lady. She has a few secrets that need to be told. She reminded me a little of Lady Catherine when she said, ”I detest conversation I have no part in.” Then, there is the cook Catie hired (without discussing it with Sean first), Etta Oliver. She’s a no nonsense kinda of lady! I loved her!
There are some heartbreaking stories surrounding the boys at Norbury. One boy, Toby, who was brutally wounded, holds the secret to his scars, but he’s not talking. Sean feels compelled to find out what happened, and try to help him with his plight.
Not only do we hear Sean’s beautiful Irish brogue throughout the book, but we are also treated to the occasional southern draw. And some yummy southern cooking!
I was really glad that Sean and Catie spend their first year away from Catie’s brother Ben. Even though Ben loves Catie very much, he can be a bit controlling, and I don’t think he would let them work out their problems on their own.
The Heart Does Whisper is a great read! I would recommend it to anyone whether they are a Jane Austen fan or not!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of the book from the author for my honest review.
October 28, 2016
I really liked 'Echoes of Pemberley' so I was super excited to read this book. I love the characters, and I think the author did a great job of expanding their stories and showing us a bit of their future. I think she stayed true to the characters and I was happy with how everything ended up.
I would rate it better, but there was a ton of newlywed sex in there, which, while sometimes cute, is not something I really need or want to read about.
I would rate it better, but there was a ton of newlywed sex in there, which, while sometimes cute, is not something I really need or want to read about.
February 24, 2016
Sweet
I really liked this story. It makes you witness Sean and Catie grow as a couple and as persons.
A lovely and uplifting tale worth the time and expense.
I really liked this story. It makes you witness Sean and Catie grow as a couple and as persons.
A lovely and uplifting tale worth the time and expense.
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