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Bachelors of Blackstone's
A Bachelor's Lessons in Love
A reluctant guardian. A determined spinster. A battle of wits that might just end in love.
Former military officer Edward Halstead never imagined his quiet bachelor existence would be upended by the unexpected guardianship of a spirited young lady. When his late comrade’s daughter, Daphne Price, is placed in his care, Edward is faced with a challenge unlike any battlefield he has ever encountered, especially with her fiercely protective aunt, Felicity Price, staying in his home to ensure he doesn’t fail in his duty.
Felicity has dedicated her life to her beloved niece, and she has no intention of leaving Daphne in the hands of a gruff and emotionally distant bachelor. If Edward Halstead believes he can simply house, feed, and marry off her niece without regard for her well-being, he is sorely mistaken. Felicity will remain at Briarwood House as long as necessary to ensure Daphne’s future and to make certain Edward doesn’t ruin it. After all, she doesn't want her niece to end up a spinster...like Felicity.
With Felicity and Edward at odds over Daphne’s upbringing, propriety, and the girl’s future, tension sparks and tempers flare. Yet, beneath the clashes and differences of opinion, an undeniable attraction grows. As Daphne’s entrance into Society looms and Edward’s past resurfaces in unexpected ways, Felicity and Edward must decide if their partnership is merely one of convenience or if love has been the lesson they’ve both been waiting to learn.
Perfect for fans of witty banter, slow-burn romance, and fiercely independent heroines, A Bachelor's Lessons in Love is a Regency romance filled with heart, humor, and unexpected love. Part of the Bachelors of Blackstone's series, the books may be read and enjoyed in any order.
Former military officer Edward Halstead never imagined his quiet bachelor existence would be upended by the unexpected guardianship of a spirited young lady. When his late comrade’s daughter, Daphne Price, is placed in his care, Edward is faced with a challenge unlike any battlefield he has ever encountered, especially with her fiercely protective aunt, Felicity Price, staying in his home to ensure he doesn’t fail in his duty.
Felicity has dedicated her life to her beloved niece, and she has no intention of leaving Daphne in the hands of a gruff and emotionally distant bachelor. If Edward Halstead believes he can simply house, feed, and marry off her niece without regard for her well-being, he is sorely mistaken. Felicity will remain at Briarwood House as long as necessary to ensure Daphne’s future and to make certain Edward doesn’t ruin it. After all, she doesn't want her niece to end up a spinster...like Felicity.
With Felicity and Edward at odds over Daphne’s upbringing, propriety, and the girl’s future, tension sparks and tempers flare. Yet, beneath the clashes and differences of opinion, an undeniable attraction grows. As Daphne’s entrance into Society looms and Edward’s past resurfaces in unexpected ways, Felicity and Edward must decide if their partnership is merely one of convenience or if love has been the lesson they’ve both been waiting to learn.
Perfect for fans of witty banter, slow-burn romance, and fiercely independent heroines, A Bachelor's Lessons in Love is a Regency romance filled with heart, humor, and unexpected love. Part of the Bachelors of Blackstone's series, the books may be read and enjoyed in any order.
287 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 30, 2025
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Sally Britton
47 books1,259 followersSally Britton is sixth generation Texan, received her BA in English forever ago, and reads voraciously. She started her writing journey at the tender age of fourteen on an electric typewriter, and she’s never looked back.
Sally lives in Oklahoma with her husband, four children, and their overly energetic Australian Shepherds, cat, and snake named Nancy. She loves researching, hiking, and eating too much chocolate.
Sally lives in Oklahoma with her husband, four children, and their overly energetic Australian Shepherds, cat, and snake named Nancy. She loves researching, hiking, and eating too much chocolate.
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April 7, 2025
This was a wonderful story! I loved it so much! Colonel Edward Halstead is now guardian to his friend’s daughter, Daphne. He expects a younger ward not a 17 year old ready for her first season. Along with her, is her Aunt Felicity. Felicity and Edward don’t get off on the right foot but soon decide to try to work together for Daphne’s sake. Edward is a little over protective of Daphne based on how he was as a young man, and the mistakes he made with a young lady. Felicity wants Edward to ease up on Daphne and give her more freedom.
I really loved how Edward took his role very seriously. I liked that even though Edward and Felicity had different opinions they were able to compromise. I thought it cute how Edward would call Felicity “Captain.” The romance between Edward and Felicity is beautiful, sweet, romantic and swoony. I loved how their relationship progressed. I really loved how the story wraps up in the last couple chapters, so satisfying. Overall, a great story and I definitely recommend!
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I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
I really loved how Edward took his role very seriously. I liked that even though Edward and Felicity had different opinions they were able to compromise. I thought it cute how Edward would call Felicity “Captain.” The romance between Edward and Felicity is beautiful, sweet, romantic and swoony. I loved how their relationship progressed. I really loved how the story wraps up in the last couple chapters, so satisfying. Overall, a great story and I definitely recommend!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.
May 2, 2025
AHHH! Enemies to lovers at its best! I love Sally Britton’s books & A Bachelor’s Lessons in Love is an absolute new favorite. I enjoyed how she made two endearing antagonists work together to help make a young woman’s foray into society successful. The banter was top notch & I enjoyed the complexities which made these characters lovable & sympathetic.
Colonel Edward Halstead’s quiet life is upended when he learns he’s the new guardian of a young woman. Picturing a small child, he’s surprised when a grown woman arrives with her Aunt Felicity in tow. Used to having his orders obeyed, he’s both amused & annoyed at Felicity’s boldness in advocating for her niece & it seems purposefully misunderstanding his motives. But, as they work together for Daphne’s societal debut, they find new appreciation, respect, & love.
Felicity Price has sacrificed a lot raising her niece alongside her brother. When he dies, she finds herself at a loss. Determined to be at her niece’s side as she navigates society & the marriage mart, she decides to make herself indispensable to the confirmed bachelor who’s now her guardian.
I loved Felicity & Edward! Both have secrets which have shaped how they treat Daphne. As the mystery of Edward’s past is revealed, it’s easy to understand why he’s so protective. Felicity has her own past sorrows & as she shares her feelings with Edward, she finds a compassionate champion in the blunt former military officer. I enjoyed their delightful verbal sparring & the depth of their characters.
This was such an enjoyable Regency with so many layers to peel back. I enjoyed Daphne as well & how she learns to navigate the ton all while humoring both her guardians. It turns out she’s more on their side than they realize.
Highly recommend this not to miss story! Can’t wait to read the other books in the series. I received an advanced copy from the author but also purchased in Kindle Unlimited. All opinions are my own & provided voluntarily.
Colonel Edward Halstead’s quiet life is upended when he learns he’s the new guardian of a young woman. Picturing a small child, he’s surprised when a grown woman arrives with her Aunt Felicity in tow. Used to having his orders obeyed, he’s both amused & annoyed at Felicity’s boldness in advocating for her niece & it seems purposefully misunderstanding his motives. But, as they work together for Daphne’s societal debut, they find new appreciation, respect, & love.
Felicity Price has sacrificed a lot raising her niece alongside her brother. When he dies, she finds herself at a loss. Determined to be at her niece’s side as she navigates society & the marriage mart, she decides to make herself indispensable to the confirmed bachelor who’s now her guardian.
I loved Felicity & Edward! Both have secrets which have shaped how they treat Daphne. As the mystery of Edward’s past is revealed, it’s easy to understand why he’s so protective. Felicity has her own past sorrows & as she shares her feelings with Edward, she finds a compassionate champion in the blunt former military officer. I enjoyed their delightful verbal sparring & the depth of their characters.
This was such an enjoyable Regency with so many layers to peel back. I enjoyed Daphne as well & how she learns to navigate the ton all while humoring both her guardians. It turns out she’s more on their side than they realize.
Highly recommend this not to miss story! Can’t wait to read the other books in the series. I received an advanced copy from the author but also purchased in Kindle Unlimited. All opinions are my own & provided voluntarily.
April 29, 2025
Oh how my heart adored this book. It was so gentle, and truly a beautiful love story. The wit and banter added another great layer and endeared me even more to these characters. Edward Halstead has the surprise of his life becoming the guardian to a fellow soldier's daughter, and her aunt Felicity Price is not going to go quietly. I just adored these characters so much. There are moments of misunderstanding as both Edward and Felicity and trying their best to care for Daphne. I'm not always a fan of the misunderstandings that go no for a long time between characters and what I loved with these characters and how the author addressed the misunderstandings, is that the characters acknowledged their shortcomings and fixed them, or were willing to listen to the other. It was so refreshing and so well written. So if you like characters who can problem solve and work through conflicts healthily, you're going to absolutely adore Edward and Felicity.
Edward and Felicity have struggles from their past that guide their paths and decisions now and I loved their fortitude in pushing forward and working together for strength and healing. The dynamics between characters and their relationships is one of the reasons that I love Sally Britton's writing. She has a great understanding of personalities and characters and adds so much depth in her stories with how she is able to portray that through her characters. Well done indeed! I will always happily pick up her books! And this one, is a must read in my opinion!
The society functions, balls and visits and everything in between were so fun to read about. And watch the matchmaking happen. And that ending, where everything culminates, is beautiful and so heartwarming! You're going to be very happily satisfied with it all if you pick this one up!
Content: Clean. Some talk in the past about a discretion but no detail given. No language and nothing more than a few sweet kisses.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
Edward and Felicity have struggles from their past that guide their paths and decisions now and I loved their fortitude in pushing forward and working together for strength and healing. The dynamics between characters and their relationships is one of the reasons that I love Sally Britton's writing. She has a great understanding of personalities and characters and adds so much depth in her stories with how she is able to portray that through her characters. Well done indeed! I will always happily pick up her books! And this one, is a must read in my opinion!
The society functions, balls and visits and everything in between were so fun to read about. And watch the matchmaking happen. And that ending, where everything culminates, is beautiful and so heartwarming! You're going to be very happily satisfied with it all if you pick this one up!
Content: Clean. Some talk in the past about a discretion but no detail given. No language and nothing more than a few sweet kisses.
I received a copy from the author. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.
Happy Reading!!!
April 24, 2025
"And in that moment, she realized something. She had spent so long deciding what was wrong with her. Edward was the first person in a long time to tell her what was right."
As the first book in the 𝑩𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔, this was an excellent start! If you enjoy a little forced proximity, enemies-to-more, plenty of witty banter, and a slow-burn romance, this one’s for you! I was totally hooked on this story, curious to see how Edward, Daphne, and Felicity would adjust to this unusual living arrangement. The romance moves slow, but honestly, it was worth the wait!
The story follows Edward, who unexpectedly finds himself responsible for raising his late comrade’s daughter, Daphne. Along with Daphne comes the challenge of her age and her imminent debut into society. But the biggest obstacle of all is her chaperone and aunt, Felicity.
Felicity has spent her life caring for others, and now it’s Daphne’s turn to receive her devotion. In an effort to prove her worth to Edward (who needs her to stay and look after Daphne) Felicity sets out to show all the ways Edward is unfit for the task. But Edward is hardly unaware of this challenge. Both want the same thing: what’s best for Daphne. The real difficulty? Agreeing on how to make that happen!
And as if raising Daphne isn’t difficult enough, sparks begin to fly between Edward and Felicity. With Edward’s past weighed down by rumors and Felicity resigned to a future of spinsterhood, can these two see a future together, alongside Daphne?
This was such a heartwarming story. The stolen glances, the playful banter, and the gradual breakdown of their walls were all so sweet. I’m really looking forward to what comes next in this series!
I received a complimentary copy. This review reflects my honest opinion.
As the first book in the 𝑩𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒌𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒔𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒆𝒔, this was an excellent start! If you enjoy a little forced proximity, enemies-to-more, plenty of witty banter, and a slow-burn romance, this one’s for you! I was totally hooked on this story, curious to see how Edward, Daphne, and Felicity would adjust to this unusual living arrangement. The romance moves slow, but honestly, it was worth the wait!
The story follows Edward, who unexpectedly finds himself responsible for raising his late comrade’s daughter, Daphne. Along with Daphne comes the challenge of her age and her imminent debut into society. But the biggest obstacle of all is her chaperone and aunt, Felicity.
Felicity has spent her life caring for others, and now it’s Daphne’s turn to receive her devotion. In an effort to prove her worth to Edward (who needs her to stay and look after Daphne) Felicity sets out to show all the ways Edward is unfit for the task. But Edward is hardly unaware of this challenge. Both want the same thing: what’s best for Daphne. The real difficulty? Agreeing on how to make that happen!
And as if raising Daphne isn’t difficult enough, sparks begin to fly between Edward and Felicity. With Edward’s past weighed down by rumors and Felicity resigned to a future of spinsterhood, can these two see a future together, alongside Daphne?
This was such a heartwarming story. The stolen glances, the playful banter, and the gradual breakdown of their walls were all so sweet. I’m really looking forward to what comes next in this series!
I received a complimentary copy. This review reflects my honest opinion.
November 28, 2025
Updated review:
I had the opportunity to listen to the audiobook and loved listening to this story again. I really liked the voice of the narrator and felt she added so much to my enjoyment of the story.
Original review:
Another heartwarming Regency romance winner from Sally Britton. This fresh twist on the guardian trope is about Colonel Edward Halstead, a stoic former military officer, and Felicity Price, the fiercely devoted aunt of his newly acquired ward.
Edward Halstead, a former military officer turned reluctant guardian, finds himself completely out of his depth when charged with caring for his late comrade’s daughter, whom he thinks is a young child. Not only is Daphne 10 years older than Edward believed her to be, but she also comes with a fiercely devoted aunt (Felicity Price), who's determined to protect her niece from any emotional negligence she fears Edward might cause. With their clashing personalities and opposing views on guardianship, who will win this battle of wills?
These characters are so real. Each cares for Daphne, but their past experiences influence and guide their decisions about Daphne. Felicity's reluctance to trust Edward is understandable, while Edward, though gruff and reserved, proves to be a thoughtful and honorable guardian. You can feel their chemistry beneath their arguments, creating romantic tension that lovers of slow-burn romances love.
Things I loved:
* Dual POV
* Witty dialogue
* "Captain"
* Forced proximity
* Enemies-to-lovers vibe
* Swoony kisses
* The fantastic ending
I thoroughly enjoyed the journey of Edward and Felicity's transition from adversaries to working together to falling in love. Sally Britton has a talent for writing multi-layered characters. There’s always more to them than we see at first glance, and discovering those layers is always a delight. This book is a wonderful start to the Bachelor's of Blackstone's series and I can't wait to read the rest of the books.
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions in this review are my own.
I had the opportunity to listen to the audiobook and loved listening to this story again. I really liked the voice of the narrator and felt she added so much to my enjoyment of the story.
Original review:
Another heartwarming Regency romance winner from Sally Britton. This fresh twist on the guardian trope is about Colonel Edward Halstead, a stoic former military officer, and Felicity Price, the fiercely devoted aunt of his newly acquired ward.
Edward Halstead, a former military officer turned reluctant guardian, finds himself completely out of his depth when charged with caring for his late comrade’s daughter, whom he thinks is a young child. Not only is Daphne 10 years older than Edward believed her to be, but she also comes with a fiercely devoted aunt (Felicity Price), who's determined to protect her niece from any emotional negligence she fears Edward might cause. With their clashing personalities and opposing views on guardianship, who will win this battle of wills?
These characters are so real. Each cares for Daphne, but their past experiences influence and guide their decisions about Daphne. Felicity's reluctance to trust Edward is understandable, while Edward, though gruff and reserved, proves to be a thoughtful and honorable guardian. You can feel their chemistry beneath their arguments, creating romantic tension that lovers of slow-burn romances love.
Things I loved:
* Dual POV
* Witty dialogue
* "Captain"
* Forced proximity
* Enemies-to-lovers vibe
* Swoony kisses
* The fantastic ending
I thoroughly enjoyed the journey of Edward and Felicity's transition from adversaries to working together to falling in love. Sally Britton has a talent for writing multi-layered characters. There’s always more to them than we see at first glance, and discovering those layers is always a delight. This book is a wonderful start to the Bachelor's of Blackstone's series and I can't wait to read the rest of the books.
I received a complimentary copy. All opinions in this review are my own.
April 24, 2025
“The man had teased her! In the next moment, a grin broke free on his handsome face, with a low chuckle that turned into a soft laugh, a most entrancing sound that pulled an answering smile onto her face.”
Felicity and Edward are wonderful. I really enjoyed their story. I also loved Daphne! It was fun to read about an older couple who were reluctant to fall in love. I loved how their worlds were changed for the better because of each other. Their moving story was heart healing, and there were certain sentiments shared in this book that really struck a cord in my heart. Sally writes beautiful stories that I always enjoy.
Read for:
🤍Rivals to more
🤍London season
🤍So much growth
🤍His nickname for her
🤍Headstrong determined FMC
🤍Kind protective MMC
🤍Working together
🤍Sweet slow burn
🤍redemption
🤍Healing hearts
🤍Inspiring and romantic
🤍found family
🤍Daphne’s plan
🤍the parasol
I was cheering from the beginning for these selfless characters who deserved all the happiness! What a journey they went through. I loved the found family aspect and the happily ever after for everyone left me with a happy heart. What a moving and romantic story! I’m excited to read the other books in this multi author series.
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Thank you to the author for the arc copy. All opinions are my own.
Content: kisses only, grief and guilt from past mistakes, death in the past, grief from mourning
4.5⭐️
Felicity and Edward are wonderful. I really enjoyed their story. I also loved Daphne! It was fun to read about an older couple who were reluctant to fall in love. I loved how their worlds were changed for the better because of each other. Their moving story was heart healing, and there were certain sentiments shared in this book that really struck a cord in my heart. Sally writes beautiful stories that I always enjoy.
Read for:
🤍Rivals to more
🤍London season
🤍So much growth
🤍His nickname for her
🤍Headstrong determined FMC
🤍Kind protective MMC
🤍Working together
🤍Sweet slow burn
🤍redemption
🤍Healing hearts
🤍Inspiring and romantic
🤍found family
🤍Daphne’s plan
🤍the parasol
I was cheering from the beginning for these selfless characters who deserved all the happiness! What a journey they went through. I loved the found family aspect and the happily ever after for everyone left me with a happy heart. What a moving and romantic story! I’m excited to read the other books in this multi author series.
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Thank you to the author for the arc copy. All opinions are my own.
Content: kisses only, grief and guilt from past mistakes, death in the past, grief from mourning
4.5⭐️
May 23, 2025
I'll start off with this: I usually love books by Sally Britton. I just could not like this one. The heroine was so antagonistic and pushy throughout. I just could not like her.
There were so many things that did not make sense. Felicity wanted to be indispensable, so she decided to be rude, brash, and judgemental? Edward's kindness and patience towards her was at saint levels, yet the book kept making a point that he needed to grow and change. It rarely, if ever, made mention of Felicity needing to change (like be nice and let people breathe). It was very annoying.
This book got 2 stars instead of one only because of the last 2 chapters + epilogue. That is the Sally Britton writing I love!
I think every other book I've read by her I've given 4-5 stars. Sally Britton really is an excellent writer overall.
Side note: I loved the adoption storyline because it was VERY well done and accurate. (Coming from an adoptive mom)
There were so many things that did not make sense. Felicity wanted to be indispensable, so she decided to be rude, brash, and judgemental? Edward's kindness and patience towards her was at saint levels, yet the book kept making a point that he needed to grow and change. It rarely, if ever, made mention of Felicity needing to change (like be nice and let people breathe). It was very annoying.
This book got 2 stars instead of one only because of the last 2 chapters + epilogue. That is the Sally Britton writing I love!
I think every other book I've read by her I've given 4-5 stars. Sally Britton really is an excellent writer overall.
Side note: I loved the adoption storyline because it was VERY well done and accurate. (Coming from an adoptive mom)
April 5, 2025
A wonderful book, I didn’t want to put down
When Colonel Edward Halstead receives word that he is now the guardian of the daughter of a fellow solider and friend, he has no idea what to expect. It definitely wasn’t a young woman of seventeen accompanied by her aunt. But he was a solider and he knew his duty. Thus begins a wonderful story of hidden pasts, present mistakes, earning respect and admiration, all while avoiding the dangers and pitfalls of the present. As you watch Edward and Aunt Felicity learn to work together to help Daphne, while not aware of the changes within themselves and their relationship, you will be smiling, sighing, and shaking your head. All while Edward, Felicity, and Daphne explore the many types of love. A great story you are sure to enjoy. I received an early copy and this is my honest review.
When Colonel Edward Halstead receives word that he is now the guardian of the daughter of a fellow solider and friend, he has no idea what to expect. It definitely wasn’t a young woman of seventeen accompanied by her aunt. But he was a solider and he knew his duty. Thus begins a wonderful story of hidden pasts, present mistakes, earning respect and admiration, all while avoiding the dangers and pitfalls of the present. As you watch Edward and Aunt Felicity learn to work together to help Daphne, while not aware of the changes within themselves and their relationship, you will be smiling, sighing, and shaking your head. All while Edward, Felicity, and Daphne explore the many types of love. A great story you are sure to enjoy. I received an early copy and this is my honest review.
April 23, 2025
I adored this book. It had so much more depth than I was expecting. The Colonel was a once outcast man from society, now he needs to reenter it for the sake of his ward. I can’t remember reading a book where the MMC was once a ruined man and is struggling to reestablish himself years later. It tugged at all my heart strings. This book drew me in so much I was completely invested in story. It had me in tears several times in the last couple of chapters. The epilogue I just cried all the way through it. Such a good way to end the story.
Favorite character: Aunt Felicity, the FMC, I loved her bravado when showing up at the new guardian’s home. She earned her nickname captain.
Rating: PG, clean romance, drama, struggling to overcome the shadows and repercussions of long past indiscretions, death of a close family member, feelings of abandonment.
Favorite character: Aunt Felicity, the FMC, I loved her bravado when showing up at the new guardian’s home. She earned her nickname captain.
Rating: PG, clean romance, drama, struggling to overcome the shadows and repercussions of long past indiscretions, death of a close family member, feelings of abandonment.
September 16, 2025
DNF at 45%
The colonel is kind , generous, patient, steady, all that is good. Felicity was insufferable from page 1 and somehow only getting worse. I can’t stomach her anymore.
The colonel is kind , generous, patient, steady, all that is good. Felicity was insufferable from page 1 and somehow only getting worse. I can’t stomach her anymore.
June 29, 2025
I love Edward and Felicity's story. It is filled with emotion, overcoming trials, learning from your mistakes and learning to trust. WONDERFUL!
May 2, 2025
"I love you--and you are worthy of being loved. Never forget that, Edward."
A Bachelor's Lessons in Love by Sally Britton
Sally has done it again! She has released a lovely regency to read and cherish. Because I did cherish this story. It is graceful, beautiful, tender, and I just adored it!
Felicity is headstrong, independent, fierce, and only wants what is best for her deceased brother's only daughter. As her only living relative, she feels it is her duty to help her niece as she prepares to come out into society. Felicity is also kind-hearted, loyal, tender, and sees the good in others.
Edward, aka Coronel, was left his naval friend's daughter in his friend's will, to become her ward and sponsor. Except he knows nothing about raising a young girl, only to find out she is actually a young woman about to come out into society, and she comes with a curmudgeonly, spinster (at least from his point of view; of course she feels this way about him as well) aunt. Oh my! And she does give him a run for his money!
At first.
Theirs is a sweet, slow burn romance that is soft, delicate, and at times they get a bit confused about their feelings. I just loved their story: the romance, their transformation, the way they both care for Daphne as if she were their own.
I loved the whole Blackstone's club! How quirky and fun! I look forward to reading more about it and the characters from it in the rest of this series.
I also appreciated how the characters were flawed, making them believable and relatable. We all have done things in our past that we regret and have paid penance for. I loved that both Felicity and Daphne didn't judge or shun Edward because of his sordid past, once they learned of it. It is an important lesson to not judge people based on their past mistakes, but to see what the person can become. It's a lesson I am still learning.
I definitely recommend this sweet romance filled with so much goodness! A new favorite Sally book.
"Seize the chance for happiness."
Favorite parts:
Older MCs (30s)
Goose analogy IYKYK
Ballroom scene
The stables
Bookstore
Both rose garden scenes
The whole ending-so sweet
Beautiful gift
That epilogue
Beauty and the Beast vibes
Content Guide:
Language: none
Sexual Content: Closed-door/Kisses only: Scandal from the past talked about, sweet passionate kissing (not detailed)
Violence/gore: none
Substance Use: Mild- Pipe smoking (character acknowledges it is a bad habit), wine/alcohol drinking (Regency era gentleman's club)
Prejudices: none
Religious Content: none
Other: illegitimate child, adoption
Book Info:
Series: Bachelors of Blackstone's book 1
Genre: Historical Romance; regency
Romance Level: Kisses only
Release Date: 4/30/2025
Publisher: Indie
POV: Dual
Thank you to the Author and publisher for the review copy. All thoughts are my own.
A Bachelor's Lessons in Love by Sally Britton
Sally has done it again! She has released a lovely regency to read and cherish. Because I did cherish this story. It is graceful, beautiful, tender, and I just adored it!
Felicity is headstrong, independent, fierce, and only wants what is best for her deceased brother's only daughter. As her only living relative, she feels it is her duty to help her niece as she prepares to come out into society. Felicity is also kind-hearted, loyal, tender, and sees the good in others.
Edward, aka Coronel, was left his naval friend's daughter in his friend's will, to become her ward and sponsor. Except he knows nothing about raising a young girl, only to find out she is actually a young woman about to come out into society, and she comes with a curmudgeonly, spinster (at least from his point of view; of course she feels this way about him as well) aunt. Oh my! And she does give him a run for his money!
At first.
Theirs is a sweet, slow burn romance that is soft, delicate, and at times they get a bit confused about their feelings. I just loved their story: the romance, their transformation, the way they both care for Daphne as if she were their own.
I loved the whole Blackstone's club! How quirky and fun! I look forward to reading more about it and the characters from it in the rest of this series.
I also appreciated how the characters were flawed, making them believable and relatable. We all have done things in our past that we regret and have paid penance for. I loved that both Felicity and Daphne didn't judge or shun Edward because of his sordid past, once they learned of it. It is an important lesson to not judge people based on their past mistakes, but to see what the person can become. It's a lesson I am still learning.
I definitely recommend this sweet romance filled with so much goodness! A new favorite Sally book.
"Seize the chance for happiness."
Favorite parts:
Older MCs (30s)
Goose analogy IYKYK
Ballroom scene
The stables
Bookstore
Both rose garden scenes
The whole ending-so sweet
Beautiful gift
That epilogue
Beauty and the Beast vibes
Content Guide:
Language: none
Sexual Content: Closed-door/Kisses only: Scandal from the past talked about, sweet passionate kissing (not detailed)
Violence/gore: none
Substance Use: Mild- Pipe smoking (character acknowledges it is a bad habit), wine/alcohol drinking (Regency era gentleman's club)
Prejudices: none
Religious Content: none
Other: illegitimate child, adoption
Book Info:
Series: Bachelors of Blackstone's book 1
Genre: Historical Romance; regency
Romance Level: Kisses only
Release Date: 4/30/2025
Publisher: Indie
POV: Dual
Thank you to the Author and publisher for the review copy. All thoughts are my own.
May 11, 2025
Eh, I didn’t love this one. I found it dry and my interest often wavered. I actually almost DNF’d it around 10%, but that was because the FMC was so nasty and unreasonable. She wants him to allow her to stay, so decides to be rude and insulting? Sure, that makes sense. She continues to be unrealistically combative well into the book, and I found the Colonel’s patience with her unbelievable as well.
The transition from friends to more felt sudden and underdeveloped… as was the ending, which had numerous ends tied off in a sweeping and overly convenient manner.
Content:
There is no foul language or violence. The romance is limited to lightly descriptive kissing, but there is mention of a character having sexual relations and a child out of wedlock (prior to the storyline). There is no real mention of faith or God.
The transition from friends to more felt sudden and underdeveloped… as was the ending, which had numerous ends tied off in a sweeping and overly convenient manner.
Content:
There is no foul language or violence. The romance is limited to lightly descriptive kissing, but there is mention of a character having sexual relations and a child out of wedlock (prior to the storyline). There is no real mention of faith or God.
August 11, 2025
loved it first
At the beginning I loved this book so much but then it got boring… the female characters was too annoying for me. Therefore I had a hard time feeling a connection between them due to her behavior towards the coronel was doing such an amazing job with his ward. The book had good moments from time to time but this is not the author’s best.
At the beginning I loved this book so much but then it got boring… the female characters was too annoying for me. Therefore I had a hard time feeling a connection between them due to her behavior towards the coronel was doing such an amazing job with his ward. The book had good moments from time to time but this is not the author’s best.
April 29, 2025
"...𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘯𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘪𝘧𝘦—𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘰𝘸. 𝘉𝘶𝘵 𝘸𝘦 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘭𝘺 𝘴𝘦𝘪𝘻𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘸𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘥𝘰."
This is definitely going to be a new favorite from Sally Britton's! The story immediately captured my attention and never had a dull moment. 🥰
Felicity's brother, Daphne's father, died, and leaves her to be colonial ward. Neither of them have met Edward, and it doesn't start off well.
The faith that Daphne puts into Edward is so inspiring - she's lost almost everything and feels so lost, and her new guardian has no idea how to guide a young lady, but she puts all her trust into him, even when his ways make no sense. 🩷
Felicity is very strong willed and would rather be anywhere else than in Edward's house. She doesn't trust him and thinks his ways are wrong. It takes her awhile, but she before too long also trusts Edward, and right when he needs it. 🩷
I just loved the entire story and plot of this one, the morals of it were so incredible. Edward has a past that eventually catches up to him, but they all stay close and trust one another till the end.
If you enjoy closed-door regency with second chances & clean romance, then I highly recommend this one!
*I received an e-ARC copy, all opinions are my own
✨ "𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘴𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵." ✨
This is definitely going to be a new favorite from Sally Britton's! The story immediately captured my attention and never had a dull moment. 🥰
Felicity's brother, Daphne's father, died, and leaves her to be colonial ward. Neither of them have met Edward, and it doesn't start off well.
The faith that Daphne puts into Edward is so inspiring - she's lost almost everything and feels so lost, and her new guardian has no idea how to guide a young lady, but she puts all her trust into him, even when his ways make no sense. 🩷
Felicity is very strong willed and would rather be anywhere else than in Edward's house. She doesn't trust him and thinks his ways are wrong. It takes her awhile, but she before too long also trusts Edward, and right when he needs it. 🩷
I just loved the entire story and plot of this one, the morals of it were so incredible. Edward has a past that eventually catches up to him, but they all stay close and trust one another till the end.
If you enjoy closed-door regency with second chances & clean romance, then I highly recommend this one!
*I received an e-ARC copy, all opinions are my own
✨ "𝘐 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘭𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘮𝘶𝘤𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘴𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘷𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵." ✨
June 30, 2025
A Bachelor’s Lessons in Love surprised me! When I heard that it was about a former military man and a spinster I admit I was a little hesitant. Somehow I always forget that spinsterhood is not that old is regency era lingo.
My hesitancy stuck with me for the first few chapters but I quickly came to love Edward, Daphne, and Felicity. They’re all suffering from the loss of Daphne’s father but in very different ways. It was interesting and heartwarming to see this misfit family build one another up and make the best of a shocking, and at first unwanted, situation.
You guys know I love bantering and Edward and Felicity’s bantering is top notch! I love that we get a glimpse inside both of their heads and see the bantering from both sides. I found myself giggling during most of their conversations.
I also loved how realistic this story was. Edward, a retired military man who has never married, has a completely different take on what is best for Daphne that Felicity does. I love that he puts his foot down and isn’t afraid to show his care by ensuring Daphne is protected. I also love that Felicity is just as stubborn. Being Daphne’s aunt she believes that she knows what is best for Daphne and isn’t afraid to go toe to toe with Edward. I loved watching them come to understand one another and compromise on different rules and situations.
Lastly, we CANNOT talk about this novel without talking about my favorite character Lord Blackstone. Remember the quote I shared about women being like geese? That’s him! Lord Blackstone is the owner of a gentlemen’s club that is a bit eccentric. I won’t spoil it for you because it is amazing! I would love to know how Sally Britton came up with this man and all of his oddities. Lord Blackstone is a fascinating character who adds so much to this story in so many ways.
I can’t wait to read the other books in the Bachelor’s of Blackstone’s series. Each book is by a different author and I can’t wait to see what happens to these gentlemen.
My hesitancy stuck with me for the first few chapters but I quickly came to love Edward, Daphne, and Felicity. They’re all suffering from the loss of Daphne’s father but in very different ways. It was interesting and heartwarming to see this misfit family build one another up and make the best of a shocking, and at first unwanted, situation.
You guys know I love bantering and Edward and Felicity’s bantering is top notch! I love that we get a glimpse inside both of their heads and see the bantering from both sides. I found myself giggling during most of their conversations.
I also loved how realistic this story was. Edward, a retired military man who has never married, has a completely different take on what is best for Daphne that Felicity does. I love that he puts his foot down and isn’t afraid to show his care by ensuring Daphne is protected. I also love that Felicity is just as stubborn. Being Daphne’s aunt she believes that she knows what is best for Daphne and isn’t afraid to go toe to toe with Edward. I loved watching them come to understand one another and compromise on different rules and situations.
Lastly, we CANNOT talk about this novel without talking about my favorite character Lord Blackstone. Remember the quote I shared about women being like geese? That’s him! Lord Blackstone is the owner of a gentlemen’s club that is a bit eccentric. I won’t spoil it for you because it is amazing! I would love to know how Sally Britton came up with this man and all of his oddities. Lord Blackstone is a fascinating character who adds so much to this story in so many ways.
I can’t wait to read the other books in the Bachelor’s of Blackstone’s series. Each book is by a different author and I can’t wait to see what happens to these gentlemen.
December 16, 2025
I knew I was going to like our masculine main man when the first lines of the book have him outside talking to rose bushes…..
It was a cold Thursday afternoon, and Colonel Edward Halstead stood alone in the garden of his estate, staring at the bed of roses. The bushes were stripped bare by winter’s hand, their branches skeletal and dormant. He brushed his gloved hand carefully along one stem, avoiding a large thorn. “Sleeping the winter away,” Edward murmured aloud, his voice the only sound in the quiet of the well-manicured garden. “I miss the vibrancy you bring to this place. Enjoy your rest, but come awake again as soon as you can.
And he’s a book man…..
He’d never been one for frivolity, but books—those were necessary. Histories, treatises on war, scientific explorations, even a few novels he knew most men wouldn’t admit to owning—were all neatly arranged with military precision on his shelves.
Colonel Edward Halstead was a great hero in this one. Not perfect, (bless it, he does try), but mainly because he’s such an honorable fella. So much so, that he finds out about the death of Mr. Anthony Price, a man who had saved his life on the battlefield—and the unexpected news that he’s been named in the man’s will as guardian to Price’s only daughter, Daphne.
Daphne is accompanied by her Aunt, a beautiful spinster. All I can say is “Bless Colonel’s heart" for dealing with her know-it-all sassiness for 75% of the story. 😂 Once she calms the sass down a bit, their moments are pretty romantic.
The ending though— 🥺😭 SO precious! Pretty amazing plot to be only 287 pages!
📚 funny
📚 unexpected
📚squeaky clean
📚annoying female-grows-on-ya
✨📚✨more of an in-depth review on my “Clean Reads” channel soon
December 20, 2025
What a lovely story! Frenemies to lovers, forced proximity, redemption……many of the best tropes you can ask for. And all with the characteristic sweetness and humor that marks a Sally Britton book. Definitely one I will read over and over.
April 18, 2025
This is a fun story. A military Colonel has been given the charge of raising the daughter of his army friend. Thinking he will have a little girl to raise, he instead gets a young woman ready for a season, and her Aunt.
As this group tries to navigate their new lives, their new responsibilities, and items from the past, things can get a bit dicey.
But love can come at the strangest of times. This is a worthy story, the characters are enjoyable and you root for their happiness.
As this group tries to navigate their new lives, their new responsibilities, and items from the past, things can get a bit dicey.
But love can come at the strangest of times. This is a worthy story, the characters are enjoyable and you root for their happiness.
December 20, 2025
May 2025: This was such a lovely story! I loved the characters and especially how we got to know Daphne better throughout the novel. Felicity and Halstead were a great couple and I loved how they communicated and how their relationship grew. I also really liked Blackstone and am excited to read more about him in the upcoming books. There were some beautiful moments in this book and I highly recommend for fans of regency romance!
Dec 2025: I just finished listening to the audiobook version and it was great! The narrator did a great job!
Dec 2025: I just finished listening to the audiobook version and it was great! The narrator did a great job!
November 24, 2025
Another great romance by Sally Britton! I really enjoyed the match of wits in this one! The narrator did a fantastic job with this one!
I received an audio ARC from the author and all opinions are my own.
I received an audio ARC from the author and all opinions are my own.
September 17, 2025
Boring. DNF @ 63%
Main female character very irritating. Could not like her at all. Eye rolls and irritation are not what I like in a book.
I have read this author extensively, first of her books I have felt this way about.
However, I see from reviews my opinion is not common. 😄
Main female character very irritating. Could not like her at all. Eye rolls and irritation are not what I like in a book.
I have read this author extensively, first of her books I have felt this way about.
However, I see from reviews my opinion is not common. 😄
October 4, 2025
I didn’t really connect with the characters in this one. The “tension” from trying to protect their niece/ward seemed really unnecessary and overdone. I didn’t understand the plot until 70% of the way through the book.
August 11, 2025
This was such a lovely story.
April 24, 2025
I always know I am going to love Sally’s books they are sweet gentle romances and they have so many great quotes that really make you think and I am always left feeling happier and lighter than before.
This book is the first in a new multi author series which had some of my favorite authors in it and I cannot wait to read them all!
Colonel Edward Halstead was happily leading a simple life of solitude when he receives a letter that one of his military friends has passed away and he has become the guardian of his daughter. But not only that, his daughter is to be accompanied by her spinster Aunt.
“A man who concerns himself only with the happiness of others, and not his own, soon finds himself a ghost haunting the edges of a life he ought to have lived.”
Felicity has spent her life caring for others and putting herself last and she doesn’t know what she would do with herself if she was no longer able to care for her niece. So she goes to battle with Colonel Halstead for her right to be in her nieces life.
“Felicity’s jaw set. She had to prevent that. She absolutely could not allow him to think, not for one moment, that Daphne could do without her aunt—that he, Colonel Halstead, could manage to look after a girl … And so she plotted against the man who had, quite without knowing it, become her adversary.”
❤️I loved how strong willed and courageous Felicity was, how she wasn’t afraid to speak her mind and how the Colonel respected her more for it.
❤️I loved how the Colonel was gentle and took his responsibilities seriously and instead of doing the bare minimum he dedicated himself to the care of his new ward.
❤️Loved Lord Blackstone and the club 👌🏼 🦒🦫🐆🦉
❤️Loved Daphne’s scheming
This book is the first in a new multi author series which had some of my favorite authors in it and I cannot wait to read them all!
Colonel Edward Halstead was happily leading a simple life of solitude when he receives a letter that one of his military friends has passed away and he has become the guardian of his daughter. But not only that, his daughter is to be accompanied by her spinster Aunt.
“A man who concerns himself only with the happiness of others, and not his own, soon finds himself a ghost haunting the edges of a life he ought to have lived.”
Felicity has spent her life caring for others and putting herself last and she doesn’t know what she would do with herself if she was no longer able to care for her niece. So she goes to battle with Colonel Halstead for her right to be in her nieces life.
“Felicity’s jaw set. She had to prevent that. She absolutely could not allow him to think, not for one moment, that Daphne could do without her aunt—that he, Colonel Halstead, could manage to look after a girl … And so she plotted against the man who had, quite without knowing it, become her adversary.”
❤️I loved how strong willed and courageous Felicity was, how she wasn’t afraid to speak her mind and how the Colonel respected her more for it.
❤️I loved how the Colonel was gentle and took his responsibilities seriously and instead of doing the bare minimum he dedicated himself to the care of his new ward.
❤️Loved Lord Blackstone and the club 👌🏼 🦒🦫🐆🦉
❤️Loved Daphne’s scheming
May 22, 2025
Colonel Edward Halstead had retired from the military and was living quietly at his home near London. He shunned society because of a transgression in his youth 20 years before that still haunted him, and that some people had not forgotten. Unexpectedly, the daughter of a former soldier who died is thrust upon him as his ward. He sets about preparing for her arrival with sensitivity and thoughtfulness, trying to think of anything that will give her comfort. Even though this will turn his quiet life upside down, he tries very hard to do his duty to the man who saved his life on the battlefield.
When Daphne Price arrives, Edward is shocked to discover that she isn't what he expected at all. Nor did he anticipate the spinster aunt who accompanies her, who acts like a witch and criticizes everything he says and does. The bulk of the book is an endless battle between Edward and Felicity. He was too nice to kick her out and hire a companion for Daphne. Honestly, he has the patience of a saint.
Felicity is bitter. Cruelly jilted by a lover in the past, living on her brother's largess until his death, she now has Daphne as her only family left. When Daphne marries, she will no longer feel useful. Her situation is pitiable, but her lack of appreciation for Edward's unwanted role in the scenario, and for his honest attempts to handle it, make her an unsympathetic character in the story.
The ending is a little glurgy, but I'm a bit cynical. I'm giving 5 stars for Edward, and 3 for Felicity.
When Daphne Price arrives, Edward is shocked to discover that she isn't what he expected at all. Nor did he anticipate the spinster aunt who accompanies her, who acts like a witch and criticizes everything he says and does. The bulk of the book is an endless battle between Edward and Felicity. He was too nice to kick her out and hire a companion for Daphne. Honestly, he has the patience of a saint.
Felicity is bitter. Cruelly jilted by a lover in the past, living on her brother's largess until his death, she now has Daphne as her only family left. When Daphne marries, she will no longer feel useful. Her situation is pitiable, but her lack of appreciation for Edward's unwanted role in the scenario, and for his honest attempts to handle it, make her an unsympathetic character in the story.
The ending is a little glurgy, but I'm a bit cynical. I'm giving 5 stars for Edward, and 3 for Felicity.
May 1, 2025
Sally Britton describes her books as gentle romance; it’s such a perfectly fitted description, and she is a master at this sub genre!
Felicity and Edward are both a bit older than the usual protagonists in a regency romance, and it gave the romance a depth of maturity usually not seen in their romance. Each knows their own mind and heart well, and both are committed to acting with honor and respect in the world. Neither is afraid of a bit of conflict and discussion. Both have some choices each regrets (though with varying reaches for the consequences of said actions), and actions they’ve each taken to mitigate/repair the damage, even when the results are not entirely the fault of themselves alone. I love how committed each is to ensuring Daphne is supported, loved, and protected, and the way each is willing to do battle for Daphne.
The side characters are lovely too. Daphne is so sweet, and the Norton family are so kind! James is such a wonderful young man as well. Ultimately, though, I think Lord Blackstone, in all his glorious quirks, is my favorite side character! (It cracks me up that he compared women to geese 😂)
All in all, a delightful, gentle read. Highly recommend!
Thank you to the author for the ARC. All opinions are my own!
Felicity and Edward are both a bit older than the usual protagonists in a regency romance, and it gave the romance a depth of maturity usually not seen in their romance. Each knows their own mind and heart well, and both are committed to acting with honor and respect in the world. Neither is afraid of a bit of conflict and discussion. Both have some choices each regrets (though with varying reaches for the consequences of said actions), and actions they’ve each taken to mitigate/repair the damage, even when the results are not entirely the fault of themselves alone. I love how committed each is to ensuring Daphne is supported, loved, and protected, and the way each is willing to do battle for Daphne.
The side characters are lovely too. Daphne is so sweet, and the Norton family are so kind! James is such a wonderful young man as well. Ultimately, though, I think Lord Blackstone, in all his glorious quirks, is my favorite side character! (It cracks me up that he compared women to geese 😂)
All in all, a delightful, gentle read. Highly recommend!
Thank you to the author for the ARC. All opinions are my own!
April 23, 2025
This book, y'all 😍
I have loved every single Sally Britton book I've read, and A Bachelor's Lessons in Love is no exception. It is delightful.
With a fiercely loyal leading lady, a protective colonel, lovable side characters determined to play matchmaker, less than lovable side characters you just want to kick in the shins, an eccentric gentlemen's club, taxidermy, the sweetest romance, and a swoon-worthy first kiss scene, what is there not to love here?! This book seriously has everything you could ever want in a Regency love story.
If it isn't on your TBR lists already, this book definitely deserves a place there. So go add it quick and then thank the stars that you don't even have to wait that long for it to release, because it's coming for you next week 🥳 trust me, friends. This is one book you don't want to miss.
Many thanks to the author for the early copy; all thoughts are my own.
I have loved every single Sally Britton book I've read, and A Bachelor's Lessons in Love is no exception. It is delightful.
With a fiercely loyal leading lady, a protective colonel, lovable side characters determined to play matchmaker, less than lovable side characters you just want to kick in the shins, an eccentric gentlemen's club, taxidermy, the sweetest romance, and a swoon-worthy first kiss scene, what is there not to love here?! This book seriously has everything you could ever want in a Regency love story.
If it isn't on your TBR lists already, this book definitely deserves a place there. So go add it quick and then thank the stars that you don't even have to wait that long for it to release, because it's coming for you next week 🥳 trust me, friends. This is one book you don't want to miss.
Many thanks to the author for the early copy; all thoughts are my own.
April 28, 2025
You'll LOVE this book!
Because the couple in this is not as young as many couples in regency books, it explores themes that other books I've read haven't. This book deals beautifully with the theme of forgiveness, not just of others, but of self. It also deals with the fear of not being wanted because of past mistakes, and how everyone deserves to be loved regardless of the mistakes of their past. It explores the idea that even though we make mistakes, the way we deal with those mistakes is what defines our honor and our integrity, not the mistakes themselves. It's a forced proximity trope. The confidence of both main characters leads to many disagreements that they have to work through. But they learn to respect each other and love each other because of their passion and confidence, not in spite of.
Because the couple in this is not as young as many couples in regency books, it explores themes that other books I've read haven't. This book deals beautifully with the theme of forgiveness, not just of others, but of self. It also deals with the fear of not being wanted because of past mistakes, and how everyone deserves to be loved regardless of the mistakes of their past. It explores the idea that even though we make mistakes, the way we deal with those mistakes is what defines our honor and our integrity, not the mistakes themselves. It's a forced proximity trope. The confidence of both main characters leads to many disagreements that they have to work through. But they learn to respect each other and love each other because of their passion and confidence, not in spite of.
May 12, 2025
The Brief: Daphne is left to her aunt’s care, Felicity, after her father’s passing. Edward becomes her guardian and is determined to protect her at all costs.
The Debrief: I did not like Felicity at first. She rubbed me so wrong and I was constantly telling her to leave the 6’4” hottie alone. I do so love me a big misunderstood guy, especially a military one. However, somewhere along the way a beautiful love story unfolded and when I got to the absolutely sigh worthy ending I was incredibly satisfied.
The banter and growth was subtle, but constant and totally sneak attacked me in such a lovely way. The verbal sparring! The entire last third was little moments of joy and I’m once again callling Sally Britton brilliant. There are deeper themes of heartache and the ending was just the sweetest kind of karma.
The Rhyme: Edward is use to military control, but his ward turns his home into uncertain flurry. Can Felicity see the good in him and trust her niece to his care or will she never let go of her worry?
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The Debrief: I did not like Felicity at first. She rubbed me so wrong and I was constantly telling her to leave the 6’4” hottie alone. I do so love me a big misunderstood guy, especially a military one. However, somewhere along the way a beautiful love story unfolded and when I got to the absolutely sigh worthy ending I was incredibly satisfied.
The banter and growth was subtle, but constant and totally sneak attacked me in such a lovely way. The verbal sparring! The entire last third was little moments of joy and I’m once again callling Sally Britton brilliant. There are deeper themes of heartache and the ending was just the sweetest kind of karma.
The Rhyme: Edward is use to military control, but his ward turns his home into uncertain flurry. Can Felicity see the good in him and trust her niece to his care or will she never let go of her worry?
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