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Misfits of the Ton #6
Heartbreaker of the Ton
A ruined woman, a virgin vicar, a forbidden love.
Debutante Juliette Howard’s attempt to ruin her sister out of envy and spite ended badly—with Juliette herself ruined, disgraced, and pregnant. Consumed by regret, and reviled by Society, Juliette fled her family’s disappointment to hide in obscurity in a remote seaside village. As an outsider, she’s viewed with suspicion by all except the vicar with the gentle voice and kind eyes, whose compassionate soul threatens to breach her defenses.
Andrew Staines followed his calling when he entered the church. But his faith is continually tested in the country parish where the gentry consider those of lower rank to be disposable commodities. His is a lone voice speaking out against the injustices of the world—until a mysterious widow arrives with her young son. Her soulful eyes speak of past tragedy, but despite the hardships she endures, she becomes a champion for the cause of the downtrodden, and Andrew finds himself in danger of falling in love.
Despite vowing to protect her heart, Juliette finds a soul mate in Andrew—a man struggling with his faith, as she struggles to reconcile herself with her past sins.
But a fallen woman with an illegitimate child is no suitable match for a chaste vicar, a man revered as the model of morality. And when Juliette discovers Andrew’s connection to her family, she realizes that some sins can never be forgiven.
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Misfits of the Ton
Book 1 - Tomboy of the Ton
Book 2 - Ruined by the Ton
Book 3 - Thief of the Ton
Book 4 - Oddity of the Ton
Book 5 - Harpy of the Ton
Book 6 - Heartbreaker of the Ton
Book 7 - Doxy for the Ton
Debutante Juliette Howard’s attempt to ruin her sister out of envy and spite ended badly—with Juliette herself ruined, disgraced, and pregnant. Consumed by regret, and reviled by Society, Juliette fled her family’s disappointment to hide in obscurity in a remote seaside village. As an outsider, she’s viewed with suspicion by all except the vicar with the gentle voice and kind eyes, whose compassionate soul threatens to breach her defenses.
Andrew Staines followed his calling when he entered the church. But his faith is continually tested in the country parish where the gentry consider those of lower rank to be disposable commodities. His is a lone voice speaking out against the injustices of the world—until a mysterious widow arrives with her young son. Her soulful eyes speak of past tragedy, but despite the hardships she endures, she becomes a champion for the cause of the downtrodden, and Andrew finds himself in danger of falling in love.
Despite vowing to protect her heart, Juliette finds a soul mate in Andrew—a man struggling with his faith, as she struggles to reconcile herself with her past sins.
But a fallen woman with an illegitimate child is no suitable match for a chaste vicar, a man revered as the model of morality. And when Juliette discovers Andrew’s connection to her family, she realizes that some sins can never be forgiven.
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Misfits of the Ton
Book 1 - Tomboy of the Ton
Book 2 - Ruined by the Ton
Book 3 - Thief of the Ton
Book 4 - Oddity of the Ton
Book 5 - Harpy of the Ton
Book 6 - Heartbreaker of the Ton
Book 7 - Doxy for the Ton
344 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 15, 2025
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Emily Royal
41 books193 followersUSA TODAY Bestselling Author Emily Royal is a mathematics geek who grew up in Sussex, England and has always had a passion for romance and bad boy heroes in need of redemption. Emily graduated from Oxford University with a Chemistry degree, but returned to her mathematical roots to work in financial services, while indulging in her dream of becoming a pilot, and enjoying a brief international sporting career.
She now lives near the Highlands, with her Scottish husband, two daughters and menagerie of rescue pets including Twinkle, an attention-seeking boa constrictor. When not working on algebra, dreaming about her heroes, or keeping Twinkle from slithering over her keyboard, Emily enjoys painting, playing the piano and keeping her family well stocked with cake.
She now lives near the Highlands, with her Scottish husband, two daughters and menagerie of rescue pets including Twinkle, an attention-seeking boa constrictor. When not working on algebra, dreaming about her heroes, or keeping Twinkle from slithering over her keyboard, Emily enjoys painting, playing the piano and keeping her family well stocked with cake.
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February 12, 2025
4.4 Stars
Debutante Juliette Howard’s attempt to ruin her sister Eleanor out of envy and spite ended badly—with Juliette herself ruined, disgraced, and pregnant. Juliette fled her family’s disappointment to hide in obscurity in a remote seaside village. As an outsider, she’s viewed with suspicion by all except the vicar with the gentle voice and kind eyes, whose compassionate soul threatens to breach her defences. Andrew Staines followed his calling when he entered the church. But his faith is continually tested in the country parish. His is a lone voice speaking out against the injustices of the world until a mysterious widow arrives with her young son. Despite vowing to protect her heart, Juliette finds a soul mate in Andrew
The sixth book in the series & whilst it can easily be read on its own Etty is Eleanor’s sister from the fourth book & Arabella from the fifth is a close friend. I started by disliking Etty & really wondered if she could be redeemed & did I really care! I did love Andrew a gentle, caring vicar who did his best for his flock – many of whom were horrid. I loved how Andrew & Etty’s relationship developed & how their feelings grew but things were always going to go pear shaped once he discovered who she was. I did grow to love Etty, she certainly had a backbone & stood up for what she believed in. The more I read the more I enjoyed the book & in the end stayed awake until I’d finished as I had to find out how the couple found their HEA. It was also great to not only catch up with Eleanor & Arabella but see their relationships with Etty progress
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
Debutante Juliette Howard’s attempt to ruin her sister Eleanor out of envy and spite ended badly—with Juliette herself ruined, disgraced, and pregnant. Juliette fled her family’s disappointment to hide in obscurity in a remote seaside village. As an outsider, she’s viewed with suspicion by all except the vicar with the gentle voice and kind eyes, whose compassionate soul threatens to breach her defences. Andrew Staines followed his calling when he entered the church. But his faith is continually tested in the country parish. His is a lone voice speaking out against the injustices of the world until a mysterious widow arrives with her young son. Despite vowing to protect her heart, Juliette finds a soul mate in Andrew
The sixth book in the series & whilst it can easily be read on its own Etty is Eleanor’s sister from the fourth book & Arabella from the fifth is a close friend. I started by disliking Etty & really wondered if she could be redeemed & did I really care! I did love Andrew a gentle, caring vicar who did his best for his flock – many of whom were horrid. I loved how Andrew & Etty’s relationship developed & how their feelings grew but things were always going to go pear shaped once he discovered who she was. I did grow to love Etty, she certainly had a backbone & stood up for what she believed in. The more I read the more I enjoyed the book & in the end stayed awake until I’d finished as I had to find out how the couple found their HEA. It was also great to not only catch up with Eleanor & Arabella but see their relationships with Etty progress
I voluntarily read and reviewed a special copy of this book; all thoughts and opinions are my own
March 27, 2025
Emily Royal is a new author for me. This is only my 6th book by her. I found her when I was searching for new authors and books to read. I have been reading some new authors lately and none have really excited me so was looking forward to reading her. Many of my favorite authors are published by Dragonblade so hope that is a good sign. I have really been enjoying this series so far. I wasn’t sure if I was going to like this story or not because she was such a bitch in the prior books in this series.
Well as much as Juliette and even Arabella before her, were hated, I have to say I have really enjoyed both these last two books. I liked Juliette and Andrew and their story. I was glad to see him back. Reading this series back to back, I did notice all the MC were such assholes at the beginning and sometimes even afterwards. But I did like how Emily wrote them still flawed even after marital bliss. Sometimes these books are written in such a way that the MC is a terrible person but as soon as he meets the FC and falls in love he becomes this great person all of a sudden. I feel Emily wrote these characters really well. All the stories were long which allowed her to really get great depth in the stories and the characters. Overall this was a really good series.
Well as much as Juliette and even Arabella before her, were hated, I have to say I have really enjoyed both these last two books. I liked Juliette and Andrew and their story. I was glad to see him back. Reading this series back to back, I did notice all the MC were such assholes at the beginning and sometimes even afterwards. But I did like how Emily wrote them still flawed even after marital bliss. Sometimes these books are written in such a way that the MC is a terrible person but as soon as he meets the FC and falls in love he becomes this great person all of a sudden. I feel Emily wrote these characters really well. All the stories were long which allowed her to really get great depth in the stories and the characters. Overall this was a really good series.
March 18, 2025
Juliette (Etty) Howard ruined her reputation. She gave herself to a duke only to be abandoned when she became pregnant, instead of becoming a duchess. Two years later, she and her son are living in a cottage next to the village of Sandcombe. Etty has had a lot of soul searching and regret for her cruelty to her sister and how she treated others. Andrew Staines is the village vicar. Attracted to Etty, he prays every night for control of his passion. Etty sees many things wrong in the village and scolds Andrew for stepping back to help. A strong woman not afraid to confront any injustice, she still has secrets she is afraid to tell Andrew. Angst, pain and rejection are Etty's sins to bear. Keep the tissues handy. Mild descriptive sex.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley.
I voluntarily read and reviewed a copy of this book from NetGalley.
December 21, 2025
I loved this book, but I’m quite certain it won’t be for everyone.
It’s a study in redemption, forgiveness and practicing what you preach. It’s not a pretty story, nor an easy straightforward romance. A hero who comes off a bit spineless at first, an assertive heroine who burned a lot of bridges, and a village with too many dirty secrets.
Once a spiteful diamond, Juliette, or Etty as she’s known in the village, is a spitfire who doesn’t mince her words. She was a poisonous pest to her sister in Oddity of the Ton, and then she ruined herself with the leech from Harpy of the Ton in hopes of hooking his title. Of course her plan backfired, but becoming a mother was the best thing to happen to her, and that’s how she finds herself settling in the same forgotten seaside village where her sister sought refuge.
Andrew is exactly what I imagine a young country vicar to be: a sensible second son, calm, caring, a little idealistic and forced to keep the church in the middle, but he’s also a virgin, a strong believer that lightning only strikes once, and endearingly forward with his feelings. Guiding his flock is a delicate balancing act; his parish’s gentry treats the locals as dispensable cattle and so he finds himself stuck between his benefactor’s demands and managing the trail of misery they leave behind.
Their story was thought provoking, it moved me and evoked a wide range of feelings. I am not a particularly religious person, but I understand the struggle between faith, duty and common sense from both MCs point of view.
It’s not a slow burn, there’s a nice bit of sizzle and steam, it has a big dip two thirds in, a little separation, a beautiful grand finale, and yes, the bad guys get their reckoning. Both MCs have their heart in the right place, but they’re also very different. Their paths converge and diverge a few times, and that made this story incredibly compelling for me. I could not put it down!
I think it’s a marvellous and original read, and definitely worth checking out if you want something different.
It’s a study in redemption, forgiveness and practicing what you preach. It’s not a pretty story, nor an easy straightforward romance. A hero who comes off a bit spineless at first, an assertive heroine who burned a lot of bridges, and a village with too many dirty secrets.
Once a spiteful diamond, Juliette, or Etty as she’s known in the village, is a spitfire who doesn’t mince her words. She was a poisonous pest to her sister in Oddity of the Ton, and then she ruined herself with the leech from Harpy of the Ton in hopes of hooking his title. Of course her plan backfired, but becoming a mother was the best thing to happen to her, and that’s how she finds herself settling in the same forgotten seaside village where her sister sought refuge.
Andrew is exactly what I imagine a young country vicar to be: a sensible second son, calm, caring, a little idealistic and forced to keep the church in the middle, but he’s also a virgin, a strong believer that lightning only strikes once, and endearingly forward with his feelings. Guiding his flock is a delicate balancing act; his parish’s gentry treats the locals as dispensable cattle and so he finds himself stuck between his benefactor’s demands and managing the trail of misery they leave behind.
Their story was thought provoking, it moved me and evoked a wide range of feelings. I am not a particularly religious person, but I understand the struggle between faith, duty and common sense from both MCs point of view.
It’s not a slow burn, there’s a nice bit of sizzle and steam, it has a big dip two thirds in, a little separation, a beautiful grand finale, and yes, the bad guys get their reckoning. Both MCs have their heart in the right place, but they’re also very different. Their paths converge and diverge a few times, and that made this story incredibly compelling for me. I could not put it down!
I think it’s a marvellous and original read, and definitely worth checking out if you want something different.
February 4, 2026
Can the Viper of the Ton Be Redeemed?
Juliette was one of those characters I never expected to forgive. For five books, she was sharp-tongued, spiteful, and capable of breathtaking cruelty—she even called her own sister a “whore” in front of the ton. So going into her story, I wasn’t just curious, I was skeptical. Could someone who had done so much damage really be given a second chance?
Her fall is as dramatic as her former pride. She once aimed high and lost everything instead, and when we meet her here, she is a woman living far from Society, stripped of her power and reputation. What surprised me most is how believable her transformation feels. It isn’t a man who changes her first—it’s the fierce, protective love she has for her child. That quiet, everyday devotion becomes the foundation for who she is now.
In the seaside village where she hides, Juliette finds herself surrounded by cruelty of a different sort—gossip, injustice, and people who use what little power they have to harm others. Watching someone who once used her voice to wound now use it to defend was unexpectedly moving. It’s here that she begins to earn the redemption the series has been building toward.
Andrew, the village vicar, is gentle, principled, and quietly burdened by the unfairness he sees around him. His growing connection to Juliette is tender and complicated, especially when truths from her past come into play—truths that make forgiveness anything but easy. Their relationship isn’t just about falling in love; it’s about whether two people can look at each other’s scars and still choose to stay.
This is a beautiful, emotional historical romance about redemption, forgiveness, and the many forms love can take. It made me feel—deeply—and yes, it had me reaching for the tissues. This entire series has been a joy to read, and after Juliette’s story, I’m more than ready to see what comes next.
Juliette was one of those characters I never expected to forgive. For five books, she was sharp-tongued, spiteful, and capable of breathtaking cruelty—she even called her own sister a “whore” in front of the ton. So going into her story, I wasn’t just curious, I was skeptical. Could someone who had done so much damage really be given a second chance?
Her fall is as dramatic as her former pride. She once aimed high and lost everything instead, and when we meet her here, she is a woman living far from Society, stripped of her power and reputation. What surprised me most is how believable her transformation feels. It isn’t a man who changes her first—it’s the fierce, protective love she has for her child. That quiet, everyday devotion becomes the foundation for who she is now.
In the seaside village where she hides, Juliette finds herself surrounded by cruelty of a different sort—gossip, injustice, and people who use what little power they have to harm others. Watching someone who once used her voice to wound now use it to defend was unexpectedly moving. It’s here that she begins to earn the redemption the series has been building toward.
Andrew, the village vicar, is gentle, principled, and quietly burdened by the unfairness he sees around him. His growing connection to Juliette is tender and complicated, especially when truths from her past come into play—truths that make forgiveness anything but easy. Their relationship isn’t just about falling in love; it’s about whether two people can look at each other’s scars and still choose to stay.
This is a beautiful, emotional historical romance about redemption, forgiveness, and the many forms love can take. It made me feel—deeply—and yes, it had me reaching for the tissues. This entire series has been a joy to read, and after Juliette’s story, I’m more than ready to see what comes next.
July 17, 2025
So we get to Juliet's story.
After trying to ruin her sister Eleanor, and succeeding in ruining herself with her desire to be a duchess leaving her with a son, Juliet flees to the village of Sandcombe, and finds herself living in the same cottage as her sister fled to after Juliet tried to destroy her.
The matriarch of the village Lady Fulford has already decided that Juliet (now Mrs Ward) is just like the former inhabitant of the cottage - a deceitful female out to catch the vicar Andrew, who she has decided will 'do Joseph's for her eldest daughter, and is already spreading gossip however incorrect about the cottages new inhabitant.
But since becoming a mother Juliet has realised and regrets her behaviour towards her sister, and his happy with her life. As she settled into village life and helping Andrew the vicar with his rounds Juliet realises all is Not well in the village, and it seems to stem from the Fulford household. Andrew (who previously believed himself in love with Eleanor) comes to admire Juliet for her mind nature, but she knows he isn't aware of her past.
Soon after she admits the whole of it, leaving Andrew furious he's been duped, Juliet disappears from the village, taking two young women who are both involved in the village scandals with her. Andrew is left heartbroken.
Not sure how someone changed from being vain and petty and wanting to be a duchess, to bring content with nothing. Juliet is not a wholly likeable person, and Andrew is not a strong lead male, he knows something is wrong in the village but does nothing about it, he leaves it all to Juliet. But the book does close out open strings from earlier books in the series, and reunited us with those characters.
After trying to ruin her sister Eleanor, and succeeding in ruining herself with her desire to be a duchess leaving her with a son, Juliet flees to the village of Sandcombe, and finds herself living in the same cottage as her sister fled to after Juliet tried to destroy her.
The matriarch of the village Lady Fulford has already decided that Juliet (now Mrs Ward) is just like the former inhabitant of the cottage - a deceitful female out to catch the vicar Andrew, who she has decided will 'do Joseph's for her eldest daughter, and is already spreading gossip however incorrect about the cottages new inhabitant.
But since becoming a mother Juliet has realised and regrets her behaviour towards her sister, and his happy with her life. As she settled into village life and helping Andrew the vicar with his rounds Juliet realises all is Not well in the village, and it seems to stem from the Fulford household. Andrew (who previously believed himself in love with Eleanor) comes to admire Juliet for her mind nature, but she knows he isn't aware of her past.
Soon after she admits the whole of it, leaving Andrew furious he's been duped, Juliet disappears from the village, taking two young women who are both involved in the village scandals with her. Andrew is left heartbroken.
Not sure how someone changed from being vain and petty and wanting to be a duchess, to bring content with nothing. Juliet is not a wholly likeable person, and Andrew is not a strong lead male, he knows something is wrong in the village but does nothing about it, he leaves it all to Juliet. But the book does close out open strings from earlier books in the series, and reunited us with those characters.
May 27, 2025
A beautifully written tale of sin, scandal, and second chances, this story delivers a slow-burn romance wrapped in layers of emotional complexity. Set in a quiet seaside village, this historical romance follows Juliette Howard—a former debutante shunned by Society after a disastrous scheme leaves her ruined and pregnant—and Andrew Staines, a vicar torn between his calling and his growing feelings for the mysterious new widow in town.
Juliette is a flawed and deeply human heroine—ashamed of her past but determined to carve out a better life for her child. Andrew, noble yet conflicted, is the perfect foil: a man of faith who sees the good in others, even when the world refuses to. Their chemistry is tender, their connection built slowly through shared purpose and mutual respect.
What sets this story apart is how it doesn’t shy away from the moral weight of its characters’ choices. The tension between personal redemption and societal judgment is palpable, especially as secrets unravel and past sins come full circle. The novel handles themes of shame, forgiveness, and the redemptive power of love with grace and nuance.
A must-read for fans of character-driven historical romance with emotional depth. If you enjoy stories where broken people find healing in one another, you won’t want to miss this. A beautifully written stirring, emotional journey of redemption, faith, and forbidden love.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing and am voluntarily leaving my review.
Juliette is a flawed and deeply human heroine—ashamed of her past but determined to carve out a better life for her child. Andrew, noble yet conflicted, is the perfect foil: a man of faith who sees the good in others, even when the world refuses to. Their chemistry is tender, their connection built slowly through shared purpose and mutual respect.
What sets this story apart is how it doesn’t shy away from the moral weight of its characters’ choices. The tension between personal redemption and societal judgment is palpable, especially as secrets unravel and past sins come full circle. The novel handles themes of shame, forgiveness, and the redemptive power of love with grace and nuance.
A must-read for fans of character-driven historical romance with emotional depth. If you enjoy stories where broken people find healing in one another, you won’t want to miss this. A beautifully written stirring, emotional journey of redemption, faith, and forbidden love.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Dragonblade Publishing and am voluntarily leaving my review.
February 20, 2025
This was a good book for readers that are following this series. Characters from previous books are revisited. Author Emily Royal does not disappoint in that she delivers a solid story. That being said, there aren't many fireworks this time around. Etty, aka Juliette, is a fallen woman that gets too close to the local vicar. Andrew, the vicar, is enchanted by Etty's beauty. The two of them would exchange meaningful looks across the crowded church.
Things do get interesting outside of church when Etty challenges Andrew. He always felt that he was doing his best in regard to helping the villagers, but Etty makes him feels unsure of himself. He would provide his support to those that needed it, whereas Etty felt that their problems were best faced head on. The couple eventually fell in love. Unfortunately, Etty still had a big secret that could easily drive Andrew away.
This book deals with the serious issue of domestic violence within the framework of the 19th century. I think that the author handled it in a thoughtful and realistic manner. Everyone gets a happy ending in this book and there are also a few teasers for upcoming stories.
I received a free ARC from the author and NetGalley. This is my honest review.
Things do get interesting outside of church when Etty challenges Andrew. He always felt that he was doing his best in regard to helping the villagers, but Etty makes him feels unsure of himself. He would provide his support to those that needed it, whereas Etty felt that their problems were best faced head on. The couple eventually fell in love. Unfortunately, Etty still had a big secret that could easily drive Andrew away.
This book deals with the serious issue of domestic violence within the framework of the 19th century. I think that the author handled it in a thoughtful and realistic manner. Everyone gets a happy ending in this book and there are also a few teasers for upcoming stories.
I received a free ARC from the author and NetGalley. This is my honest review.
February 13, 2025
"Heartbreaker of the Ton" is a captivating historical romance that truly excels in character development. The novel, set in Regency-era England (think Bridgeton), and the main female has a strong character metamorphosis as she tries to break her societal role that reminds me a lot of Margaret Hale from North and South.
My favorite quote from this book:
"If two doves are caged together, eventually they will turn against each other to survive,” she said. “But rather than condemn the doves, you should look to the man who caged them in the first place and the world that enabled their incarceration."
This quote encapsulates the themes of the novel—freedom, societal expectations, and the strength to challenge the status quo. It adds depth to the narrative and encourages readers to reflect on the larger forces at play in the characters' lives.
Overall, "Heartbreaker of the Ton" is a beautifully written romance that balances emotional depth with engaging storytelling. The characters are richly developed, and their love story is one that readers will root for from start to finish. It's a must-read for fans of the genre who appreciate a thoughtful and well-crafted tale.
My favorite quote from this book:
"If two doves are caged together, eventually they will turn against each other to survive,” she said. “But rather than condemn the doves, you should look to the man who caged them in the first place and the world that enabled their incarceration."
This quote encapsulates the themes of the novel—freedom, societal expectations, and the strength to challenge the status quo. It adds depth to the narrative and encourages readers to reflect on the larger forces at play in the characters' lives.
Overall, "Heartbreaker of the Ton" is a beautifully written romance that balances emotional depth with engaging storytelling. The characters are richly developed, and their love story is one that readers will root for from start to finish. It's a must-read for fans of the genre who appreciate a thoughtful and well-crafted tale.
February 13, 2025
Forgiveness, Confessions, Gossips:
I didn't take long to discover the major plot of this intriguing story of a self-centered girl in trouble.
Juliette (Etty) and the Vicor Andrew who find it difficult to let their lives follow the path each one has tried to set for themselves.
Attraction plays an immediate role between them but if romance is to end happily, they have many problems to solve first.
They take us on a whirlwind of discovery filled with much turmoil, the town gossip, rumors, confessions, a beautiful family trying to reconcile.
This is a complex story with two deeply emotional strong characters that are struggling with life, helping others, and an argument where Effy told off Andrew that was so perfectly written I gave a Bravo shout out to the author. Loved it.
This series has been very enjoyable with wonderful characters and a multitude of situations to conquer
Mature Advisory 💋💋
🙋♀️I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy for my honest thoughts and opinion.
I didn't take long to discover the major plot of this intriguing story of a self-centered girl in trouble.
Juliette (Etty) and the Vicor Andrew who find it difficult to let their lives follow the path each one has tried to set for themselves.
Attraction plays an immediate role between them but if romance is to end happily, they have many problems to solve first.
They take us on a whirlwind of discovery filled with much turmoil, the town gossip, rumors, confessions, a beautiful family trying to reconcile.
This is a complex story with two deeply emotional strong characters that are struggling with life, helping others, and an argument where Effy told off Andrew that was so perfectly written I gave a Bravo shout out to the author. Loved it.
This series has been very enjoyable with wonderful characters and a multitude of situations to conquer
Mature Advisory 💋💋
🙋♀️I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy for my honest thoughts and opinion.
February 21, 2025
5 STARS, REGENCY HISTORICAL ROMANCE
Emily Royal gets 5 STARS for Book 6 of her witty poignant storyline in the popular Series: Misfits of the Ton. Also, A good BLURB is provided. Great characters with some brought back from previous books in the series and others described so well for the part their character was in the storyline & the character development in those cases was really fleshed out.
This finally concludes the fate of the 2nd Howard sister, the beautiful one that was met and had a role sort of throughout the entirety of all 6 Books and wraps up her sister & Bella's endings in a nice but precise way. This storyline is actually about fallen women, abused women, the children from these undesired relationships and what they have to endure afterwards. People can be very judgemental & mean.
It is a pleasure to read where a woman even though she was a stranger still stood up against the wrongs being done to young woman who had to go into service & then them to continue to be badly treated.
A wonderful read!
RECOMMEND
Emily Royal gets 5 STARS for Book 6 of her witty poignant storyline in the popular Series: Misfits of the Ton. Also, A good BLURB is provided. Great characters with some brought back from previous books in the series and others described so well for the part their character was in the storyline & the character development in those cases was really fleshed out.
This finally concludes the fate of the 2nd Howard sister, the beautiful one that was met and had a role sort of throughout the entirety of all 6 Books and wraps up her sister & Bella's endings in a nice but precise way. This storyline is actually about fallen women, abused women, the children from these undesired relationships and what they have to endure afterwards. People can be very judgemental & mean.
It is a pleasure to read where a woman even though she was a stranger still stood up against the wrongs being done to young woman who had to go into service & then them to continue to be badly treated.
A wonderful read!
RECOMMEND
February 12, 2025
I read "Oddity of the Ton" and I loved Eleanor's character, she was wonderful. I admit that I hated her sister Juliette, so I was curious to see how she would redeem herself, and she did.
The book started great, her story and her journey through life were incredibly interesting, as well as the issue that Emily Royal chose to give voice to in this story. The one downside that led me to give this only 3 stars? The male character, Andrew.
He was so incredibly unlikeable, irritating, and on such a high horse that I enjoyed it tremendously when he fell down on his face on horse manure (unfortunately, this didn't happen in the book).
I hated him every time he opened his mouth, and I was waiting for Etty to find someone worthy of her time.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The book started great, her story and her journey through life were incredibly interesting, as well as the issue that Emily Royal chose to give voice to in this story. The one downside that led me to give this only 3 stars? The male character, Andrew.
He was so incredibly unlikeable, irritating, and on such a high horse that I enjoyed it tremendously when he fell down on his face on horse manure (unfortunately, this didn't happen in the book).
I hated him every time he opened his mouth, and I was waiting for Etty to find someone worthy of her time.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
February 14, 2025
I luckily read the 4th book in the series which was about the heroine’s sister and that gave me some background information for this book. The heroine understands what a horrible person she was before the birth of her son as she was title and money driven. Now she is very compassionate but feels very unworthy. She helps some less fortunate women in the small village she and her son retired to. The hero is a vicar with some good sermons, but doesn’t feel he can go against his patron. He and the heroine have an instant connection. The hero has conflicted emotions when he realizes who the heroine really is. I liked the growth of the main characters and the secondary characters were very interesting.
February 16, 2025
The main female character is not for everyone.
Etty is not every one's cup of tea. She was the villain in a couple of books and absolutely horrid to her older sister in Oddity of the Ton. Etty willingly ruins herself with a duke in her calculated bid to become a duchess. She was the darling of the ton until she ruined herself and ended up being an unwed mother. Two years late, with her illegitimate child in tow, she ends up in the affable Andrew's village, He's the local vicar, a second son and a very good boy. They are the most unlikely match and its difficult to relate to Etty and all her motivations. But Andrew is a very good leading man with his own arch. So, we rarely get great leading men, so its a recommend for him alone.
Etty is not every one's cup of tea. She was the villain in a couple of books and absolutely horrid to her older sister in Oddity of the Ton. Etty willingly ruins herself with a duke in her calculated bid to become a duchess. She was the darling of the ton until she ruined herself and ended up being an unwed mother. Two years late, with her illegitimate child in tow, she ends up in the affable Andrew's village, He's the local vicar, a second son and a very good boy. They are the most unlikely match and its difficult to relate to Etty and all her motivations. But Andrew is a very good leading man with his own arch. So, we rarely get great leading men, so its a recommend for him alone.
February 15, 2025
Aaah, finally book six and it's Juliette's turn for some comeuppance. Having tried to hard her own sister in book five and reconnecting with her friend from book four, Juliette wicked ways catch up to her and she runs to the seaside. She encounters Andrew a pious vicar, struggles with his flock. I didn't like Juliette and while she does work at redemption, she wouldn't be my first choice of a forever friend. Andrew on the other hand is as saintly as they come. Together, they make an interesting pair in a story filled with love, lessons in forgiveness, faith, redemption and so much more.
February 14, 2025
Brought to her knees by her actions in trying to obtain a Duke for a husband, Juliette (Etty) Howard is now a ruined woman and fully cognisant of how bad her behaviour has been in the past. Concealing her past, she starts a new life in an obscure village and finds herself falling for a vicar. But secrets, both hers and others, have a way of coming to light… An enjoyable read with some angst.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
February 15, 2025
In this historical romance, our heroine learns a very harsh lesson. Recovery and learning who the new person she is will take a lot of emotional strength.
Our hero also has to learn what is most important in life, going along with social norms, or standing up for what is right.
If you have read the previous books in the series, you will have met our heroine and probably disliked her. She is very different in this one. You don't need to have read the other books to enjoy this, though.
I do like a strong, independent heroine. If our hero can't handle that, he's not worthy.
Great fun.
Our hero also has to learn what is most important in life, going along with social norms, or standing up for what is right.
If you have read the previous books in the series, you will have met our heroine and probably disliked her. She is very different in this one. You don't need to have read the other books to enjoy this, though.
I do like a strong, independent heroine. If our hero can't handle that, he's not worthy.
Great fun.
February 20, 2025
Awesome!
Oh I loved that the villainess Juliette was redeemed in this book! Who would have thought that the woman who would do “anything “ for a title ended up married to a country vicar? (Well I’m sure Emily knew). I have to point out that the only part of this story that I didn’t like was the fact that “Etty” allowed the viper Lady Fulford to run her off! I so wanted her to smack that narrow minded evil woman!
Misfits of the Ton is just an awesome and thoroughly entertaining series. Great storytelling, storylines and fascinating characters.
Oh I loved that the villainess Juliette was redeemed in this book! Who would have thought that the woman who would do “anything “ for a title ended up married to a country vicar? (Well I’m sure Emily knew). I have to point out that the only part of this story that I didn’t like was the fact that “Etty” allowed the viper Lady Fulford to run her off! I so wanted her to smack that narrow minded evil woman!
Misfits of the Ton is just an awesome and thoroughly entertaining series. Great storytelling, storylines and fascinating characters.
February 26, 2025
This sixth book in the Misfits of the Ton was an intense, thought-provoking, and incredibly compelling, well written historical romance. A debutante, a vicar, a country parish, a society of the ton, and so many emotional issues that can be really hard to read about, but were evoking, and all together made it a very engaging story. I enjoyed jow a beautiful love, redemption, forgiveness, and happiness was found in the end. I highly recommend reading!
February 12, 2025
Juliette, you rocked. What a strong woman both to transform herself and bravely stand for what she believes in, especially in a male dominated world. Andrew, on the other hand, was a wussy vicar and peer. Every time he opens his mouth, he's obnoxious. Seriously, he needs a kick in his butt.
All stars in the book for Etty and the plot.
#netgalley #HeartbreakeroftheTon
All stars in the book for Etty and the plot.
#netgalley #HeartbreakeroftheTon
February 12, 2025
An entertaining redemption story with strong and interesting characters that turn this forbidden romance between a ruined woman and a vicar into something special. Juliette and Andrew don't have an easy journey which makes their happily ever after a deserving one.
February 21, 2025
As some people say some series just get better as they continue. We'll this is sooo true of this series. What a great story line. I can't describe how much I enjoyed the love,anguish, and anger. Please read this series not just this book. You will love them.
March 4, 2025
Another excellent novel in this series.
A well written novel with an outstanding storyline, I did not think I would be interested in Juliette’s story but I was very pleasantly surprised.
Well worth the read IMHO.
A well written novel with an outstanding storyline, I did not think I would be interested in Juliette’s story but I was very pleasantly surprised.
Well worth the read IMHO.
February 18, 2025
Don't believe it
Over and over, Andrew jumped to conclusions that condemned someone. Men like that don't change. Ms. Royal is writing fairy tales.
Over and over, Andrew jumped to conclusions that condemned someone. Men like that don't change. Ms. Royal is writing fairy tales.
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