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A Lady Most Fitting: A Grimm Regency Tale
If the shoe fits, then...
Charlotte Linfield wants nothing more than to please her exacting father and prepare for a perfect London season. Getting tangled up with the teasing young gentleman from the local shoe shop is the last thing on her mind.
Philip Notley is just after a bit of fun when he begins leaving secret gifts for the new girl in town. What starts as a prank soon proves something far deeper, but will it be enough to bring two mismatched halves into a perfect pair?
A Lady Most Fitting is a sweet, wholesome romance filled with plenty of heart and humor, inspired by the fairy tale The Elves and the Shoemaker.
This series reimagines classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales as unique Regency romances. Sit back, pour a cup of tea, and let these sweet, captivating romances transport you to a world of charm, adventure, and happily ever afters.
A Grimm Regency Tale series
A Lady Most Engaged by Audrey Glenn
A Lady Most Fitting by Sienna Peake
A Lady Most Untamed by Amanda Panhorst
A Lady Most Intrigued by Jenni Ward
A Lady Most Entangled by Mary-Celeste Ricks
A Lady Most Isolated by Heloise C. Kensington
A Lady Most Alluring by Amy Newbold
Charlotte Linfield wants nothing more than to please her exacting father and prepare for a perfect London season. Getting tangled up with the teasing young gentleman from the local shoe shop is the last thing on her mind.
Philip Notley is just after a bit of fun when he begins leaving secret gifts for the new girl in town. What starts as a prank soon proves something far deeper, but will it be enough to bring two mismatched halves into a perfect pair?
A Lady Most Fitting is a sweet, wholesome romance filled with plenty of heart and humor, inspired by the fairy tale The Elves and the Shoemaker.
This series reimagines classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales as unique Regency romances. Sit back, pour a cup of tea, and let these sweet, captivating romances transport you to a world of charm, adventure, and happily ever afters.
A Grimm Regency Tale series
A Lady Most Engaged by Audrey Glenn
A Lady Most Fitting by Sienna Peake
A Lady Most Untamed by Amanda Panhorst
A Lady Most Intrigued by Jenni Ward
A Lady Most Entangled by Mary-Celeste Ricks
A Lady Most Isolated by Heloise C. Kensington
A Lady Most Alluring by Amy Newbold
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Published September 17, 2024
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September 7, 2024
I loved this one!! I was rooting for them to get together!! And it had me giggling so much I loved it!!!
September 23, 2024
this was such a lovely read! i loved the integration of the regency era with a brothers’ grimm fairytale. that is always going to be a winning combination for me. the writing was whimsical but also kept in line with historical accuracy, which i appreciated. while understanding this is a novella, i would have liked a bit more depth and development to the two main characters and their relationship. i was giddy but not super invested, which is admittedly hard in a short story like this one. overall, i really recommend any fantasy or jane austen lovers to check this one out!!
April 18, 2025
I think the regency grimm fairy tale vibe is so clever. This was a cute read. I just had a super hard time connecting with the characters. I wasn't really convinced of the reasons they did what they did and felt what they felt.
April 19, 2025
Content:
Profanity: None.
Violence: Mild. A very mild twisted ankle. One punch thrown and taken in the gut.
Sexual: Mild. Hand-holding. Chaste kissing. Hugs.
Triggers: Deals with class distinction (nobility/trade origins). Disapproving/controlling parents.
At first, I didn't care for the romance in this, as it starts out with 'teasing' that felt too close to mocking. Phillip is known to be prank-loving to those who grew up around him, but Charlotte, whose family just moved to the area, doesn't know that. And she's upset at him for seeming to zero-in on her to ridicule. She's under a lot of pressure from her father to be a proper young lady (which Phillip doesn't know) so him putting her into silly predicaments was unkind.
The thing that really bothered me was Phillip constantly talking about how he enjoyed her 'glares'. A not at all subtle sign that his teasing and jokes weren't welcome AT ALL. I've got a sensitive spot for this type of thing, and I was mad at him and not at all behind the coming romance because he was being a jerk. Who gets a thrill at someone scowling at them for teasing them? Jerks. This is too akin to the attitude that was taught to a lot of girls when I was young: "oh he picks on you because he likes you". Cue my inner Hulk.
Thankfully, Phillip does turn it around when he realizes that one of his pranks could truly have gotten Charlotte into a lot of trouble. He then gets uncomfortable at her glare and worries he truly offended her. THANK GOODNESS you lovable dunderhead. After that, the romance was so cute and warm fuzzy. I breathed a giant sigh of relief that Phillip grew some awareness that there is a time and place for silliness, and to take into account the demeanor and circumstances of those around him.
It was fun to see the two come together, and the epilogue was adorable. While the propriety aspect of regency was bent...a lot, I did like that it showed how class lines were starting to come together and not be quite so thick as they had been before the beginning of the industrial age.
Nice little novella; well paced (hard to do at a shorter page count!)
Profanity: None.
Violence: Mild. A very mild twisted ankle. One punch thrown and taken in the gut.
Sexual: Mild. Hand-holding. Chaste kissing. Hugs.
Triggers: Deals with class distinction (nobility/trade origins). Disapproving/controlling parents.
At first, I didn't care for the romance in this, as it starts out with 'teasing' that felt too close to mocking. Phillip is known to be prank-loving to those who grew up around him, but Charlotte, whose family just moved to the area, doesn't know that. And she's upset at him for seeming to zero-in on her to ridicule. She's under a lot of pressure from her father to be a proper young lady (which Phillip doesn't know) so him putting her into silly predicaments was unkind.
The thing that really bothered me was Phillip constantly talking about how he enjoyed her 'glares'. A not at all subtle sign that his teasing and jokes weren't welcome AT ALL. I've got a sensitive spot for this type of thing, and I was mad at him and not at all behind the coming romance because he was being a jerk. Who gets a thrill at someone scowling at them for teasing them? Jerks. This is too akin to the attitude that was taught to a lot of girls when I was young: "oh he picks on you because he likes you". Cue my inner Hulk.
Thankfully, Phillip does turn it around when he realizes that one of his pranks could truly have gotten Charlotte into a lot of trouble. He then gets uncomfortable at her glare and worries he truly offended her. THANK GOODNESS you lovable dunderhead. After that, the romance was so cute and warm fuzzy. I breathed a giant sigh of relief that Phillip grew some awareness that there is a time and place for silliness, and to take into account the demeanor and circumstances of those around him.
It was fun to see the two come together, and the epilogue was adorable. While the propriety aspect of regency was bent...a lot, I did like that it showed how class lines were starting to come together and not be quite so thick as they had been before the beginning of the industrial age.
Nice little novella; well paced (hard to do at a shorter page count!)
September 4, 2024
A Lady Most Fitting is a novella set in the Regency era that's based around the fairy tale, the Elves and the Shoemaker which is one of my favourites from childhood.
I loved this story set in the quaint countryside with characters you can well imagine were acquaintances of Austen's favourites. Sienna Peake brings this era to life in a scintillating manner, you can almost smell the leather and fabric in the shoemakers' store, or the scent of flowers in the fields we find Charlotte Linfield and the charming Philip Notley may be found walking.
Not only is the world-building done in a manner that honours the skills of those who have lived and written during this era? But the characters are written in such a manner that they come to life and their individual characteristics ensure no one feels one-dimensional. I loved the nod to the story with elements of 'magic' between the two main characters.. our Elf and his Fairy are adorable even when they don't mean to be and I loved it. This balances so perfectly with the realities of class in this era of English history and how snobbery and misogyny come into play and once more, Peake writes these moments with a gentle but honest hand.
This is a really good story, that's perfect for anyone who has a little bit of magic in their heart and a great introduction to the series.
I loved this story set in the quaint countryside with characters you can well imagine were acquaintances of Austen's favourites. Sienna Peake brings this era to life in a scintillating manner, you can almost smell the leather and fabric in the shoemakers' store, or the scent of flowers in the fields we find Charlotte Linfield and the charming Philip Notley may be found walking.
Not only is the world-building done in a manner that honours the skills of those who have lived and written during this era? But the characters are written in such a manner that they come to life and their individual characteristics ensure no one feels one-dimensional. I loved the nod to the story with elements of 'magic' between the two main characters.. our Elf and his Fairy are adorable even when they don't mean to be and I loved it. This balances so perfectly with the realities of class in this era of English history and how snobbery and misogyny come into play and once more, Peake writes these moments with a gentle but honest hand.
This is a really good story, that's perfect for anyone who has a little bit of magic in their heart and a great introduction to the series.
May 23, 2025
This was a sweet and delightful novella inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairytale, The Elves and the Shoemaker . It reminded me of my childhood when I would read such tales and imagine myself a part of that story.
The characters were great, and I could relate to them to a certain extent. Charlotte's responsibilities from being the eldest daughter and Philip's attempts to retain his playfulness despite getting criticised for it resonated with me.
The writing style and the overall plot was fun to read, and I enjoyed the entire story in one sitting. This is one of those cozy and heart-warming happily-ever-after stories to be enjoyed after a stressful time or an intense read.
I recommend this to all regency fantasy lovers who are looking for a light-hearted read.
The characters were great, and I could relate to them to a certain extent. Charlotte's responsibilities from being the eldest daughter and Philip's attempts to retain his playfulness despite getting criticised for it resonated with me.
The writing style and the overall plot was fun to read, and I enjoyed the entire story in one sitting. This is one of those cozy and heart-warming happily-ever-after stories to be enjoyed after a stressful time or an intense read.
I recommend this to all regency fantasy lovers who are looking for a light-hearted read.
September 19, 2024
I have even rewrote the ShoeMaker’s tale myself, so of course I read all of the retellings I can find. And this one did not disappoint! It’s close to perfect I dare say. I never give retellings 5stars though because that base idea is not original. Many could read this though and not realize it is a retelling. It has amazing characters, great world building, and perfect to read if you’ve felt stuck in your recent reading choices.
March 15, 2025
This was so cute!! An adorable short story/fairytale retelling! I have actually never read the original, but I loved it so much! Really endearing characters and the perfect amount of a silly and sweet romance that had me swooning!
November 19, 2024
A sweet, clean regency romance. It was more of a novella. Quick read.
September 17, 2024
This book is the second one in the Grimm Regency Tales I've read, and the format of these quick, bite-sized novellas kind of appeals to me the more I read them.
First, the basics -
POV: Third person limited
POV Character(s): Charlotte Linfield and Phillip Notley
Verb Tense: Past
Triggers: a small scene of assault (an attempt at a grope/kiss that's interrupted before much of anything happens)
Spice Level: low - kisses only
The Grimm Regency Tales are written by different authors who have each taken a classic fairy tale and rewritten it into Regency era romances. This one features the story of the elves and the shoemaker, and while it's been a long time since I've read that one, I was happy to read this fresh take on it.
Charlotte Linfield's family recently moved to the area in a bid to escape her father's job as a tradesman and remake themselves into a more genteel family. Her father's mill is bringing in the money they need to take their chance at changing their reputation in a new part of the country, and so she's learning about her new country home and the town they've landed in.
Phillip Notley is a gentleman who moonlights as a shoemaker in his aunt and uncle's shoe shop, a place he loves and feels able to be himself. He's escaped his own lands and come South to visit his aunt and uncle, and he's learning some of the trade of embroidering the dance shoes ladies buy frequently for the balls they attend. In a country town, the local shoe shop does good business as ladies need to purchase their shoes frequently, and so he's having an enjoyable time playing shop boy when Charlotte wanders into the store on one fateful afternoon.
Charlotte is a lovely character. She's got some spunk and doesn't seem comfortable admitting when she's wrong. She spends her time admiring shoes in the shoe store and readily admits her family knows her obsession with pretty things and doesn't even bat an eye when new pairs of shoes show up unexpectedly in her wardrobe.
I like how this novella twisted the elves and the shoemaker story and added some fun details like the banter between Phillip and Charlotte about the old fairy tale. Rather than a bit of magic, the elves in question are the impish Phillip, and I loved his personality. His fun-loving, trick-making character gave the story an upbeat, pleasant vibe, and I think we could all probably use a little mischief making in our lives at times, and he's a good reminder of that.
As this is a novella, it did feel much faster paced than a traditional romance novel, and there was less of the tension you'd normally find, especially in a story where a cruel bully also features. However, I think it all came together to create a fast and sweet story that works as a palate-cleanser. It was a lovely, quick read and a clean romance, definitely worth giving a read!
I appreciate the opportunity to read this ARC and am grateful to the author for letting me check it out. This review is my own opinion and freely given.
First, the basics -
POV: Third person limited
POV Character(s): Charlotte Linfield and Phillip Notley
Verb Tense: Past
Triggers: a small scene of assault (an attempt at a grope/kiss that's interrupted before much of anything happens)
Spice Level: low - kisses only
The Grimm Regency Tales are written by different authors who have each taken a classic fairy tale and rewritten it into Regency era romances. This one features the story of the elves and the shoemaker, and while it's been a long time since I've read that one, I was happy to read this fresh take on it.
Charlotte Linfield's family recently moved to the area in a bid to escape her father's job as a tradesman and remake themselves into a more genteel family. Her father's mill is bringing in the money they need to take their chance at changing their reputation in a new part of the country, and so she's learning about her new country home and the town they've landed in.
Phillip Notley is a gentleman who moonlights as a shoemaker in his aunt and uncle's shoe shop, a place he loves and feels able to be himself. He's escaped his own lands and come South to visit his aunt and uncle, and he's learning some of the trade of embroidering the dance shoes ladies buy frequently for the balls they attend. In a country town, the local shoe shop does good business as ladies need to purchase their shoes frequently, and so he's having an enjoyable time playing shop boy when Charlotte wanders into the store on one fateful afternoon.
Charlotte is a lovely character. She's got some spunk and doesn't seem comfortable admitting when she's wrong. She spends her time admiring shoes in the shoe store and readily admits her family knows her obsession with pretty things and doesn't even bat an eye when new pairs of shoes show up unexpectedly in her wardrobe.
I like how this novella twisted the elves and the shoemaker story and added some fun details like the banter between Phillip and Charlotte about the old fairy tale. Rather than a bit of magic, the elves in question are the impish Phillip, and I loved his personality. His fun-loving, trick-making character gave the story an upbeat, pleasant vibe, and I think we could all probably use a little mischief making in our lives at times, and he's a good reminder of that.
As this is a novella, it did feel much faster paced than a traditional romance novel, and there was less of the tension you'd normally find, especially in a story where a cruel bully also features. However, I think it all came together to create a fast and sweet story that works as a palate-cleanser. It was a lovely, quick read and a clean romance, definitely worth giving a read!
I appreciate the opportunity to read this ARC and am grateful to the author for letting me check it out. This review is my own opinion and freely given.
September 17, 2024
A Lady Most Fitting
A Grimm Regency
By Sienna Peake
Charlotte Linfield had thought she'd marry for love, but her father is driven to see her have London Season, which will secure him a better foothold in society. Charlotte is willing to do her part and be the perfect debutant. What she never anticipated was tangling with the local shoemaker.
After Philip Notley finds a young woman at the center of a minor disaster in his aunt's shoe shop, he can't help himself. He has to have a bit of fun. Charlotte is not impressed or amused by his antics. Soon, he begins to admire her and hopes for a positive reaction to his interactions. But first impressions and a driven father may keep any kind of feelings turned in any direction but his own. He just might need to call on those helpful shoe elves himself.
I loved Philip's character from the first, Charlotte I wasn't to sure of. And when Philip"s mother shows up it is interesting watching him navigate his way to love and marriage.
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.
A Grimm Regency
By Sienna Peake
Charlotte Linfield had thought she'd marry for love, but her father is driven to see her have London Season, which will secure him a better foothold in society. Charlotte is willing to do her part and be the perfect debutant. What she never anticipated was tangling with the local shoemaker.
After Philip Notley finds a young woman at the center of a minor disaster in his aunt's shoe shop, he can't help himself. He has to have a bit of fun. Charlotte is not impressed or amused by his antics. Soon, he begins to admire her and hopes for a positive reaction to his interactions. But first impressions and a driven father may keep any kind of feelings turned in any direction but his own. He just might need to call on those helpful shoe elves himself.
I loved Philip's character from the first, Charlotte I wasn't to sure of. And when Philip"s mother shows up it is interesting watching him navigate his way to love and marriage.
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but that I provide my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.
September 18, 2024
Genre: Regency Romance, Historical Romance, Sweet Romance, Fairy Tale Retelling, A Grimm Regency Tale
Spice Level: Kissing
*A LADY MOST FITTING* is a retelling of the Shoemaker and the Elves.
I adored how this book revolves around shoes. The dancing slippers are described with such loving detail, and I could imagine them perfectly.
Here's a confession: I don't usually like characters that play pranks on others. BUT in this book, the gentleman and shoemaker, Phillip Notley, loves to laugh and is cute how he goes about things. In fact, when he starts with the shoes, I smiled every time.
Charlotte Linfield is a spitfire. She's in an awkward position where here father doesn't want anyone to know that they come from trade as they try to present themselves as members of the gentry. AND her secret is revealed! The horror of society's barbs.
This is such a fun story. I highly recommend it!
Happy reading!
I received an ARC, and I'm voluntarily leaving a review.
Spice Level: Kissing
*A LADY MOST FITTING* is a retelling of the Shoemaker and the Elves.
I adored how this book revolves around shoes. The dancing slippers are described with such loving detail, and I could imagine them perfectly.
Here's a confession: I don't usually like characters that play pranks on others. BUT in this book, the gentleman and shoemaker, Phillip Notley, loves to laugh and is cute how he goes about things. In fact, when he starts with the shoes, I smiled every time.
Charlotte Linfield is a spitfire. She's in an awkward position where here father doesn't want anyone to know that they come from trade as they try to present themselves as members of the gentry. AND her secret is revealed! The horror of society's barbs.
This is such a fun story. I highly recommend it!
Happy reading!
I received an ARC, and I'm voluntarily leaving a review.
April 26, 2025
An enjoyable sweet regency romance.
I have to admit, I was expecting a heavier fantasy element when I went into this story than what I actually got (which was Phillip playing pranks and attributing them to the elves).
I struggled to connect with the characters at first. I think Phillip was a little too over-the-top with some of his pranks, and his persistence with Charlotte, when she had clearly expressed that she wasn't interested. It did give a vibe of, "he's teasing you because he likes you," which I had to deal with in the seventh grade. It wasn't cute then, and it isn't cute now.
But when contrasted with Sempill's character, Phillip came off more playful than dangerous, and I definitely enjoyed the development of their relationship from that point onwards. The epilogue was a truly delightful way to round off the story.
Overall, an enjoyable read, and worth pushing through a slightly slower start.
I have to admit, I was expecting a heavier fantasy element when I went into this story than what I actually got (which was Phillip playing pranks and attributing them to the elves).
I struggled to connect with the characters at first. I think Phillip was a little too over-the-top with some of his pranks, and his persistence with Charlotte, when she had clearly expressed that she wasn't interested. It did give a vibe of, "he's teasing you because he likes you," which I had to deal with in the seventh grade. It wasn't cute then, and it isn't cute now.
But when contrasted with Sempill's character, Phillip came off more playful than dangerous, and I definitely enjoyed the development of their relationship from that point onwards. The epilogue was a truly delightful way to round off the story.
Overall, an enjoyable read, and worth pushing through a slightly slower start.
September 17, 2024
This is a non-magical Regency twist on the elves and the shoemaker fairytale. This was such a fun and sweet story. I love our main characters’ meet-cute. It made me giggle.
The plot was a sweet love story that gives the HEA feel of Jane Austen. I love the banter and the determination of Philip with his pranks and intriguing delivery methods.
Our main characters Philip and Charlotte will capture your heart and have you routing for them from the beginning. I love their relationship and how it evolves. Irritating acquaintances from Charlotte’s initial view to knight in shining armor. Where Charlotte is Ms. Proper, Philip is Mr. Mischievous. They balance each other out and bring out the best in the other.
Overall, this is a whimsical short and sweet retelling that will leave you with a happy cozy feeling.
The plot was a sweet love story that gives the HEA feel of Jane Austen. I love the banter and the determination of Philip with his pranks and intriguing delivery methods.
Our main characters Philip and Charlotte will capture your heart and have you routing for them from the beginning. I love their relationship and how it evolves. Irritating acquaintances from Charlotte’s initial view to knight in shining armor. Where Charlotte is Ms. Proper, Philip is Mr. Mischievous. They balance each other out and bring out the best in the other.
Overall, this is a whimsical short and sweet retelling that will leave you with a happy cozy feeling.
September 11, 2024
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
A Lady Most Fitting is a Regency era novella by Sienna Peake that follows Charlotte and Phillip in their adventure of falling in love. Where Phillip can be somewhat mischievous, Charlotte is tasked with being a proper lady and trying to find someone proper to take her hand in marriage or at least that’s what her father wants.
I loved this so much. The pacing, the intrigue, and the darling gift giving between handkerchief fairies and shoe elves. Great for getting out of a book slump or reading something cozy.
Tropes/vibes:
☕️ Cozy
☕️ Romance (no spice)
☕️ Serious woman/Unserious man
☕️ Regency era
☕️ He falls first
I had the absolute pleasure ARC reading this! All thoughts and opinions are my own and I highly suggest reading it.
A Lady Most Fitting is a Regency era novella by Sienna Peake that follows Charlotte and Phillip in their adventure of falling in love. Where Phillip can be somewhat mischievous, Charlotte is tasked with being a proper lady and trying to find someone proper to take her hand in marriage or at least that’s what her father wants.
I loved this so much. The pacing, the intrigue, and the darling gift giving between handkerchief fairies and shoe elves. Great for getting out of a book slump or reading something cozy.
Tropes/vibes:
☕️ Cozy
☕️ Romance (no spice)
☕️ Serious woman/Unserious man
☕️ Regency era
☕️ He falls first
I had the absolute pleasure ARC reading this! All thoughts and opinions are my own and I highly suggest reading it.
September 18, 2024
A super fast read that's filled with a heart warming story of a young woman, Charlotte, new to town with her family. She meets Philip who is in town helping his Aunt and Uncle at their shoemaker shop and they stumble upon one another. Quite literally. Charlotte trips over him in the shoe store on her first visit and makes quite a mess!
What I loved most about this story was its emphasis on humor and being there for others. Sienna did an amazing job at keeping the light hearted humor going all the way through. Both Charlotte and Philip are endeared by small jokes and playfulness, which was wonderful to immerse in for a few hours. But they are both characters that equally weigh importance on supporting those they care about. These value reminders are always important to me in stories.
What I loved most about this story was its emphasis on humor and being there for others. Sienna did an amazing job at keeping the light hearted humor going all the way through. Both Charlotte and Philip are endeared by small jokes and playfulness, which was wonderful to immerse in for a few hours. But they are both characters that equally weigh importance on supporting those they care about. These value reminders are always important to me in stories.
April 10, 2025
This book was an utterly delightful and surprising twist on The Elves and the Shoemaker told in a regency setting. The male lead was perfectly charming even with all of his pranks. And while Charlotte was a bit harder to like at first, she grew on me. She had a lot going on that she needed to grow through as well. Her sisters were also entertaining and very much their own personalities, and I would love to read their stories in future books.
Unlike a lot of modern fairy tale retellings, this book balanced keeping the original tale recognizable with adding some creative twists. I thought offsetting the elves with the fairies was particularly clever. I look forward to reading more of Ms. Peake's stories.
Unlike a lot of modern fairy tale retellings, this book balanced keeping the original tale recognizable with adding some creative twists. I thought offsetting the elves with the fairies was particularly clever. I look forward to reading more of Ms. Peake's stories.
September 3, 2024
Whimsy, light, sweet fairy tale retelling!
This is a sweet installment in the series and it leaves you with a smile at the end. It’s a sweet story of being true to yourself and finding joy in the things and giving it to the people that God brings your way, as well as finding love when one just opens their heart to the possibility. The characters are a delight to get to know, and their love story is heartwarming.
I’ve received an ARC book but was not required to leave a positive review. However, I enjoyed the retelling of the Elves and the Shoemaker, and the opinions expressed are my own.
September 18, 2024
What a cute little novella! Can I manifest my own Mr. Notley?
I finished reading this book super fast. Even though I knew this book would have a HEA I couldn't wait to finish reading to see how the relationship of Philip and Charlotte would develop!
Charlotte is a young lady who wants to find a husband that will please her family and father. She meets Philip in a shoe store, because well we all know women love their shoes. Philip is a bit of a prankster but falls for Charlotte immediately. He surprises her with little secret gifts and tells her they are from the elves. Will Charlotte warms up to his antics? Read this book to figure that out!
This was the second book in the Grimm Regency Tale series and I can't wait to read the rest of the books to come!
I finished reading this book super fast. Even though I knew this book would have a HEA I couldn't wait to finish reading to see how the relationship of Philip and Charlotte would develop!
Charlotte is a young lady who wants to find a husband that will please her family and father. She meets Philip in a shoe store, because well we all know women love their shoes. Philip is a bit of a prankster but falls for Charlotte immediately. He surprises her with little secret gifts and tells her they are from the elves. Will Charlotte warms up to his antics? Read this book to figure that out!
This was the second book in the Grimm Regency Tale series and I can't wait to read the rest of the books to come!
September 16, 2024
What a wonderful regency-based closed-door romance novella that touches on a bit of magic with a retelling/reimagining of The Elves and the Shoemaker. I adored the meet-cute of Charlotte and Philip, and their banter and chemistry with each encounter thereafter. Told in a dual, third person point-of-view, this story was a fun quick read that brought smiles and a tiny belief in magic.
This book is part of the Grimm Regency Tales novella series, a collection of reimagined Grimm fairytales by various authors.
Thanks to the author for the eARC
This book is part of the Grimm Regency Tales novella series, a collection of reimagined Grimm fairytales by various authors.
Thanks to the author for the eARC
September 17, 2024
Short and sweet! I loved the authors twist on the elves and the shoemaker and how she incorporated the story into this regency romance. At first I found Charlotte to be annoying but she improved and grew on me as the book went on. The romance between Charlotte and Phillip is cute and magical. I would have liked the book to be longer with a little more depth, however I believe this would be great for a teenager or anyone wanting a quick read. It's always hard to find a book that's enjoyable but clean without any "spice," but this book was exactly that. Thank you for the refreshing read!
September 17, 2024
I am a big fan of reimagined or perspective shifted stories, so when I got the opportunity to read A Grimm Regency Tale series, it sounded right up my alley.
This book inspired by The Elves and The Shoemaker was adorable. The way the author spent time detailing the surroundings helped the world feel lived in. I loved how the descriptions complemented the characters' attention to detail. Also, any story that gives me an epilogue and doesn't end with just a 'happily ever after' gets bonus points. If you want an Austen-feel clean romance, this is for you.
This book inspired by The Elves and The Shoemaker was adorable. The way the author spent time detailing the surroundings helped the world feel lived in. I loved how the descriptions complemented the characters' attention to detail. Also, any story that gives me an epilogue and doesn't end with just a 'happily ever after' gets bonus points. If you want an Austen-feel clean romance, this is for you.
September 27, 2024
A Lady Most Fitting by Sienna Peake is based around a fairy tale and as I love fairy tales, this book was a must read. I did not know the fairy tale for this book, The Elves and the Shoemaker. It centers around dancing shoes and the author did a great job telling this story. It is a really sweet and wonderful story which I enjoyed reading very much. The two main characters are lovely and I was rooting for them from the very first.
A Lady Most Fitting is a sweet fun cozy fairy tale based adorable story.
A Lady Most Fitting is a sweet fun cozy fairy tale based adorable story.
September 28, 2024
In A Lady Most Fitting, Charlotte Linfield sparks the interest of Philip Notley. Philip Notley begins leaving secret gifts for Charlotte as he learns more about her. This sweet, clean romance is a retelling of The Elves and the Shoemaker. The story is a fast, easy, enjoyable read. I love the characters and romance in the story. It's an adorable story. Romance readers will enjoy the fun romance. It's something teens to adults can read and enjoy.
Please note that I received a free ebook to review, however, this is my honest opinion.
Please note that I received a free ebook to review, however, this is my honest opinion.
September 9, 2025
This was an absolutely adorable read! I love the subtle fairytale retelling vibes mingled with Regency era. Phillip is so fun and charming. I loved watching him attempt to woo Charlotte. First impressions were definitely not good but my man Phillip isn't one to give up. Charlotte, being a lover of shoes, obviously can't resist his charms and gifts—I mean the 'fairies' gifts. I adored the gift exchanging, and Phillip's reaction??? Oh my gosh. *Cries from cuteness overload* A fun, quick read with a hint of magic and a heavy dash of sweet romance. Definitely recommend.
August 29, 2024
This is an absolutely delightful romantic tale inspired by the "Elves and the Shoemaker" fairy tale set in the countryside of Regency era England. It is full of fun, charm and beautiful shoes. A novella, it is both long enough to tell a complete, satisfying story and short enough to read in one sitting, the perfect thing to read when you need a quick, breezy, cosy, and swoony read.
I received an ARC and leave an honest review.
I received an ARC and leave an honest review.
September 6, 2024
A phenomenal regency era tale. I love Sienna's interpretation of The Shoemaker and the Elves tale. I really enjoyed reading the story from both the perspective of Phillip and of Charlotte. It made the story that much better seeing everything from both sides.
This story is great for young adults since there isn't really any spice to it, as well as for anybody that enjoys regency or historical romance. I look forward to reading more of the tales in the Grimm Regency set.
This story is great for young adults since there isn't really any spice to it, as well as for anybody that enjoys regency or historical romance. I look forward to reading more of the tales in the Grimm Regency set.
September 12, 2024
“You always know how best to invite the magic into our lives”
This book was short and sweet in the best way possible. A regency style romance inspired by the tale of the elves and the shoemaker, this was so magical and easy to read. I haven’t really read a book like this before and I can’t wait to see what the other authors have done for the rest of the collection.
🌸I received an ARC of this book and am leaving an honest review voluntarily🌸
This book was short and sweet in the best way possible. A regency style romance inspired by the tale of the elves and the shoemaker, this was so magical and easy to read. I haven’t really read a book like this before and I can’t wait to see what the other authors have done for the rest of the collection.
🌸I received an ARC of this book and am leaving an honest review voluntarily🌸
September 13, 2024
A Lady Most Fitting is a retelling of The Elves, and the Shoemaker set to a regency romance. I didn’t know I needed The Elves and the Shoemaker retelling until I read this book. I love the relationship between Charlotte and Phillip. They were both well written characters that I just couldn't get enough of. This book doesn’t really have any spice. I found the book to be the perfect length as well as the perfect pace. I can’t wait to read more from this author.
September 15, 2024
A Lady Most Fitting is a charming novella perfect for a quick and cozy read.
The story un folding from the male and female perspective was refreshing and delightful. It felt great to root for Philip when his motives were yet undetected by Charlotte.
This book has also piqued a desire to learn embroidery. Perhaps I too can join the elves and fairies in their enchantments.
Simple and charming, it is a book I would recommend.
The story un folding from the male and female perspective was refreshing and delightful. It felt great to root for Philip when his motives were yet undetected by Charlotte.
This book has also piqued a desire to learn embroidery. Perhaps I too can join the elves and fairies in their enchantments.
Simple and charming, it is a book I would recommend.
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