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The Marriage Mart
Fiddlesticks, thought Lady Mary Wagnall, finding a husband couldn’t be that difficult. She knew she was no great beauty, and at the ancient age of 28 she was prepared to settle for an older gentleman, one happy to settle down and start a family of his own. Yet, one glimpse of the incomparably handsome Marquess of Rothayne put every practical plan to rout. Mary would be less than a woman if her heart remained unaffected by such a man, but more the fool for giving in to such folly!
Nothing intrigued the Marquess of Rothayne more than a challenge, particularly where women were concerned. And Lady Mary Wagnall, with her quick-witted banter and forthright nature would certainly provide enough sport to alleviate his increasing sense of ennui. But as he helped to plot her course to matrimony, he began to wonder if it was to be his sworn bachelorhood which would succumb to her charming nature and lively smile!
Nothing intrigued the Marquess of Rothayne more than a challenge, particularly where women were concerned. And Lady Mary Wagnall, with her quick-witted banter and forthright nature would certainly provide enough sport to alleviate his increasing sense of ennui. But as he helped to plot her course to matrimony, he began to wonder if it was to be his sworn bachelorhood which would succumb to her charming nature and lively smile!
215 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 1, 1992
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Teresa DesJardien
24 books20 followersTeresa DesJardien lives in Seattle. She is married with grown children, and growing grandkids. She’s been a financial and a file clerk, a mommy, a page, a bookseller, a very young and hot grandma, and an author. She has received two Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Nominations and three Regency Rake of the Month Awards.
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June 4, 2011
While it wasn't the worst thing I'd ever read, there were too many things wrong with this book that I couldn't honestly bring myself to give it a more generous 2 stars and say "it was ok."
The premise had many elements I tend to favor in these traditional Regencies: an unusual spinster, handsome duke, an unlikely friendship, and said duke helping to find the spinster a match, while the duke and spinster themselves are, unknowingly, perfect for each other. I usually like these stories. I did not like this one.
There were some major things that didn't add up for me:
- The duke's "scandalous" reputation as a rakish sort and a cynic with a sharp tongue, earning him *rolls eyes* the silly nickname of "The Blade." *rolls eyes again* Sorry, couldn't help myself. So here's my problem - we're told he has this nickname and reputation, but we never actually see it. He seems like more of a scamp/rogue-ish fellow with a penchant for making outrageous remarks to our heroine, Mary. There just wasn't a strong enough characterization of the duke to make me want to root him on.
- The duke in general. Let me get this out of the way: his name is Godfrey. *pauses* Okay, now that should earn a few demerits in and of itself. Other than that, though, his thickheadedness in not recognizing that he wants Mary for himself made me want to smack my forehead in disbelief. There were points in the story where I just thought "Okay, here's where the author is going to turn this book around and have Godfrey (that name! *shudder*) realize he loves Mary and needs to pursue her before things go too far with her other suitors, whom he himself has introduced to her." Needless to say, this doesn't happen.
- The other woman in pursuit of Godfrey also made me super uncomfortable. I can't be sure if I can call her a "woman," actually, because we find out later that she's only sixteen. (By comparison, Mary is 28, and the duke is 35.) This Miss Yardsley is local to the area of Godfrey's ducal estate, and his sisters are pushing the match. Needless to say, this other woman (girl?) and her parents are in favor of it. Maybe the pursuit made me uncomfortable because of her age, actually. I don't know. I just know that it made me squeamish to read about her dampened muslins with the blush of her darkened nipples visible, knowing that she is supposed to be sixteen. (What were her parents thinking?!?)
- Mary is way too much of a martyr in her desire to stifle her feelings for the duke and let him live his life, seeking his own (teenage???) bride. Godfrey is so set against marriage and only considers it when Mary says that he should because she is his voice of reason and goodness. This would be fine, except he considers it with the young Miss Yardsley. *smacks forehead again* This all plays out in a very angsty way - far too angsty for a 222 page short traditional Regency.
- Then, to have it end that way just brought it to an unlikely farcical conclusion.
- A minor thing, but annoying nonetheless. We don't know what Mary's father's title is, but she is supposedly Lady Mary Wagsnall. She introduces herself as "Lady Wagsnall" and is referred to as such throughout the story. I might not be 100% brushed up on my peerage delineations, but I'm pretty sure that Mary would, instead, be "Lady Mary."
- About Mary - I actually liked her for the most part (other than the martyr thing). She seemed genuine and showed a practical side in wanting to get married so that she could start a family and in knowing that, at her age and with her average looks, she should be looking for one of the older men who is also ready to settle down. This does not, however, outweigh all of the negatives I found in this book.
The abridged version of the above: avoid this one.
The premise had many elements I tend to favor in these traditional Regencies: an unusual spinster, handsome duke, an unlikely friendship, and said duke helping to find the spinster a match, while the duke and spinster themselves are, unknowingly, perfect for each other. I usually like these stories. I did not like this one.
There were some major things that didn't add up for me:
- The duke's "scandalous" reputation as a rakish sort and a cynic with a sharp tongue, earning him *rolls eyes* the silly nickname of "The Blade." *rolls eyes again* Sorry, couldn't help myself. So here's my problem - we're told he has this nickname and reputation, but we never actually see it. He seems like more of a scamp/rogue-ish fellow with a penchant for making outrageous remarks to our heroine, Mary. There just wasn't a strong enough characterization of the duke to make me want to root him on.
- The duke in general. Let me get this out of the way: his name is Godfrey. *pauses* Okay, now that should earn a few demerits in and of itself. Other than that, though, his thickheadedness in not recognizing that he wants Mary for himself made me want to smack my forehead in disbelief. There were points in the story where I just thought "Okay, here's where the author is going to turn this book around and have Godfrey (that name! *shudder*) realize he loves Mary and needs to pursue her before things go too far with her other suitors, whom he himself has introduced to her." Needless to say, this doesn't happen.
- The other woman in pursuit of Godfrey also made me super uncomfortable. I can't be sure if I can call her a "woman," actually, because we find out later that she's only sixteen. (By comparison, Mary is 28, and the duke is 35.) This Miss Yardsley is local to the area of Godfrey's ducal estate, and his sisters are pushing the match. Needless to say, this other woman (girl?) and her parents are in favor of it. Maybe the pursuit made me uncomfortable because of her age, actually. I don't know. I just know that it made me squeamish to read about her dampened muslins with the blush of her darkened nipples visible, knowing that she is supposed to be sixteen. (What were her parents thinking?!?)
- Mary is way too much of a martyr in her desire to stifle her feelings for the duke and let him live his life, seeking his own (teenage???) bride. Godfrey is so set against marriage and only considers it when Mary says that he should because she is his voice of reason and goodness. This would be fine, except he considers it with the young Miss Yardsley. *smacks forehead again* This all plays out in a very angsty way - far too angsty for a 222 page short traditional Regency.
- Then, to have it end that way just brought it to an unlikely farcical conclusion.
- A minor thing, but annoying nonetheless. We don't know what Mary's father's title is, but she is supposedly Lady Mary Wagsnall. She introduces herself as "Lady Wagsnall" and is referred to as such throughout the story. I might not be 100% brushed up on my peerage delineations, but I'm pretty sure that Mary would, instead, be "Lady Mary."
- About Mary - I actually liked her for the most part (other than the martyr thing). She seemed genuine and showed a practical side in wanting to get married so that she could start a family and in knowing that, at her age and with her average looks, she should be looking for one of the older men who is also ready to settle down. This does not, however, outweigh all of the negatives I found in this book.
The abridged version of the above: avoid this one.
June 20, 2018
Where do I start? I came to realize while reading this just how much I love the trope of the H/h liking each other. I truly enjoy when a harden rake actually likes the heroine, sometimes against his better judgment. Maybe because these stories focus on the H/h actually getting to know and respect each other, knowing the rake actually likes the heroine, and not just lusts after her is so refreshing and real. The relationship between Mary and John is sweet, I loved their friendship. Throughout it all, you can tell there are deeper feelings there, although neither wants to admit it. It's sort of a forbidden love vibe, he's the harden rake and she is the plain spinster.
I don't know why the trop of the "reformed rake" is so popular in regencies, especially these older ones (this was originally published in 1992 I believe), but rarely do I find one were I truly believe the hero has actually changed. That he truly fell in love with our heroine and will change his ways. I'm always happy when I come across a book that successfully pulls that off. I found that with The Marriage Mart, John is your typical rake with even his own sinister nickname, The Blade, to help warn young maidens away. Underneath it all, it seems its more show than anything else. True he has a past, but from the moment he meets his Mary, he begins to change.
This reminded me how much I enjoy these old traditional regencies. I thought John and Mary were delightful, I loved his family, her companion and just thought the overall story was fun. I would probably tweak a couple things, but overall I found it to be a fun read.
Other reformed rake stories I enjoyed: A Suitable Connection, Reforming Lord Ragsdale
Hero tries to help the heroine find a match: Courting Miss Lancaster, Secrets of a Spinster
Content
Romance: Clean, just kissing.
Language: None-mild
Violence: None
Religious: None
Other: Some adult comments, mild innuendo
Source: Amazon
I don't know why the trop of the "reformed rake" is so popular in regencies, especially these older ones (this was originally published in 1992 I believe), but rarely do I find one were I truly believe the hero has actually changed. That he truly fell in love with our heroine and will change his ways. I'm always happy when I come across a book that successfully pulls that off. I found that with The Marriage Mart, John is your typical rake with even his own sinister nickname, The Blade, to help warn young maidens away. Underneath it all, it seems its more show than anything else. True he has a past, but from the moment he meets his Mary, he begins to change.
This reminded me how much I enjoy these old traditional regencies. I thought John and Mary were delightful, I loved his family, her companion and just thought the overall story was fun. I would probably tweak a couple things, but overall I found it to be a fun read.
Other reformed rake stories I enjoyed: A Suitable Connection, Reforming Lord Ragsdale
Hero tries to help the heroine find a match: Courting Miss Lancaster, Secrets of a Spinster
Content
Romance: Clean, just kissing.
Language: None-mild
Violence: None
Religious: None
Other: Some adult comments, mild innuendo
Source: Amazon
July 15, 2017
Lady Mary Wagnall is 28 – an old maid and on the shelf.
She allegedly missed out on snagging a husband first time round because she wasn’t pretty enough. Now she’s decided to enter the fray again, look for a sensible mature husband who can give her the children she wants.
Her chaperone (for a woman of 28!) is nominally in charge of the husband hunt, but Mary’s chances – and choices – improve significantly when she is befriended by John, Marquis of Rothayne. He decides to help her in her matrimonial search and soon has a fine array of suitors lined up for her.
As with most Regency novels involving husband hunts, the enjoyment is in the dialogue. At one of these social events, Mary is weary of the charade:
“I have to wonder, how many others see through my attendance here? How many others guess it is a husband, not gaiety, that I seek?”
“Everyone,” he answered at once, but to take the sting out of the words he added, “That is what these gatherings are for, after all. And you have expectations, and a fine dowry, and a lovely way about you. No one thinks the less of you that you follow the natural course of things.”
That also sums up the relationship between Mary and John: one of honesty and friendship where neither has to pretend to the other.
It’s an enjoyable and easy read for those who like Regency romance.
She allegedly missed out on snagging a husband first time round because she wasn’t pretty enough. Now she’s decided to enter the fray again, look for a sensible mature husband who can give her the children she wants.
Her chaperone (for a woman of 28!) is nominally in charge of the husband hunt, but Mary’s chances – and choices – improve significantly when she is befriended by John, Marquis of Rothayne. He decides to help her in her matrimonial search and soon has a fine array of suitors lined up for her.
As with most Regency novels involving husband hunts, the enjoyment is in the dialogue. At one of these social events, Mary is weary of the charade:
“I have to wonder, how many others see through my attendance here? How many others guess it is a husband, not gaiety, that I seek?”
“Everyone,” he answered at once, but to take the sting out of the words he added, “That is what these gatherings are for, after all. And you have expectations, and a fine dowry, and a lovely way about you. No one thinks the less of you that you follow the natural course of things.”
That also sums up the relationship between Mary and John: one of honesty and friendship where neither has to pretend to the other.
It’s an enjoyable and easy read for those who like Regency romance.
November 27, 2016
This was great. I really enjoyed this entire story line. The ugly duckling and the naughty swan meet and become amazing friends and see the beauty inside each other. I so enjoyed there friendship and getting to know each other. I bought her other book and plan to read the next book. This author does a really good job with her characters giving you a picture and then creating more depth and personality as you go. I was a little worried about the content with the leading man being a rake, but it was so well done. There were a couple of kisses in the end and some adult content. Very sweet.
November 10, 2016
Once you start to read it you will not be able to put it down
Excellent well written. One of my favorites books. I've read it twice already. One of my keepers for sure if you are looking for a good romance this is the best
Excellent well written. One of my favorites books. I've read it twice already. One of my keepers for sure if you are looking for a good romance this is the best
November 11, 2016
Well done!
Ms. DesJardien weaves a lovely, uniquely poignant tale that kept me sniffing & cheering till the end! Well done! I hope to buy many more hours of enjoyment from this author!
Ms. DesJardien weaves a lovely, uniquely poignant tale that kept me sniffing & cheering till the end! Well done! I hope to buy many more hours of enjoyment from this author!
June 12, 2015
I liked the Heroine - she was older (28, gasp!), knew she wasn't a beauty, and was practical in looking for a husband. The hero was presented to us as a rake but never seemed like one.
I did appreciate how they became friends first before falling in love although the ending was a little silly.
Clean.
I did appreciate how they became friends first before falling in love although the ending was a little silly.
Clean.
November 14, 2016
Unusual premise, unusual characters, unlikely scenarios. I liked the dialogue. I liked the heroine because she was practical. I thought far too much emphasis was placed on her lack of beauty. It was an entertaining read anyway.
May 27, 2015
Nice
It was a nice story of finding love with your best friend. It was sweet but not spicy. You barely get kisses.
It was a nice story of finding love with your best friend. It was sweet but not spicy. You barely get kisses.
November 26, 2016
Definitely not a believable story. No young woman, on the shelf or not, would have had the sort of friendship she had with Rothayne.
March 9, 2024
2-2.5 stars
I had mixed feelings about this book. On the positive side, I liked the older h, the banter between her and the H, as well as how they actually enjoyed each other’s company. Having read the original version, I was annoyed by how she kept being wrongly addressed as Lady Wagnall instead of Lady Mary, but this seems to have been corrected in the kindle edition. (On an aside, I also noticed the H is downgraded from duke to marquess, and is rechristened John. I can see why the original ‘Godfrey’ might be deemed un-sexy by the publishers, but since the h cracks a witticism about its meaning during their first meeting, this is kind of a shame.)
I mostly liked the H, though for someone who could be so perceptive about the h’s character, he took much too long to recognize his feelings for her and vice versa. It should also have been obvious to everyone, himself included, that he would have quickly grown bored of Miss Yardley (his family’s choice of prospective bride). I don’t know why it was necessary to make her 16, but it made the scene with the dampened petticoats/visible nipples all the more disturbing (not too mention out of character from a respectable family). Perhaps this was also edited in the kindle edition?
My biggest issue with the book, however, is the ‘too contemporary’ nature of the h/Hs friendship. The h is depicted as a 28-year old with a chaperone - clearly someone whose family would have been concerned with respectability and convention. The h would never have been permitted to spend so much time unimpeded (and sometimes unchaperoned) with a known rake, much less carry out an open correspondence with him. Even referring to each other by their first names (in public at least) would have been a big no-no.
I had mixed feelings about this book. On the positive side, I liked the older h, the banter between her and the H, as well as how they actually enjoyed each other’s company. Having read the original version, I was annoyed by how she kept being wrongly addressed as Lady Wagnall instead of Lady Mary, but this seems to have been corrected in the kindle edition. (On an aside, I also noticed the H is downgraded from duke to marquess, and is rechristened John. I can see why the original ‘Godfrey’ might be deemed un-sexy by the publishers, but since the h cracks a witticism about its meaning during their first meeting, this is kind of a shame.)
I mostly liked the H, though for someone who could be so perceptive about the h’s character, he took much too long to recognize his feelings for her and vice versa. It should also have been obvious to everyone, himself included, that he would have quickly grown bored of Miss Yardley (his family’s choice of prospective bride). I don’t know why it was necessary to make her 16, but it made the scene with the dampened petticoats/visible nipples all the more disturbing (not too mention out of character from a respectable family). Perhaps this was also edited in the kindle edition?
My biggest issue with the book, however, is the ‘too contemporary’ nature of the h/Hs friendship. The h is depicted as a 28-year old with a chaperone - clearly someone whose family would have been concerned with respectability and convention. The h would never have been permitted to spend so much time unimpeded (and sometimes unchaperoned) with a known rake, much less carry out an open correspondence with him. Even referring to each other by their first names (in public at least) would have been a big no-no.
March 28, 2023
This was a freebie from Amazon I downloaded in 2016! Just got around to reading it.
This is a clean romance with some angst.
Mary is an old maid at 28. She wishes for a family. John is a handsome, buff Marquess who has no intention on marrying in the immediate future. They meet at a soiree & like each other, but John insists on being friends. He helps her meet suitable men for marriage.
This was only an ok read. For all that John insists on complete honesty, he's the least honest person in this book. His behavior to an unmarried Lady of the Ton is beyond unacceptable. He insists on first names (not done). He says risque things to make her laugh (also not done). He wakes her up for dinner by sitting on her bed & helping her get dressed ( DEFINITELY NOT DONE!).
Mary is overwhelmed by his attention & it's not long before she's in love. She hides it though because she's plain & knows he wants nothing but friendship. John refuses to accept the fact he loves Mary until the very end of the book (when she's walking down the isle to marry his best friend!).
So, can't really recommend. Read a Mary Balogh instead!
This is a clean romance with some angst.
Mary is an old maid at 28. She wishes for a family. John is a handsome, buff Marquess who has no intention on marrying in the immediate future. They meet at a soiree & like each other, but John insists on being friends. He helps her meet suitable men for marriage.
This was only an ok read. For all that John insists on complete honesty, he's the least honest person in this book. His behavior to an unmarried Lady of the Ton is beyond unacceptable. He insists on first names (not done). He says risque things to make her laugh (also not done). He wakes her up for dinner by sitting on her bed & helping her get dressed ( DEFINITELY NOT DONE!).
Mary is overwhelmed by his attention & it's not long before she's in love. She hides it though because she's plain & knows he wants nothing but friendship. John refuses to accept the fact he loves Mary until the very end of the book (when she's walking down the isle to marry his best friend!).
So, can't really recommend. Read a Mary Balogh instead!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 25, 2017
This is actually a re~read but I must say it has become better this time around. The author has really made me empathize with John's angst and of course with Mary's dilemma. Though both of them have struggled with their own demons ~ he, in his past had a propensity to fall for the wrong woman twice, despite his good looks and future inheritance, Melinda chose ready wealth and Sandra wanted him to cover up her indiscretion having already betrayed him with another man; she, with her lack of obvious physical beauty considered all important in the shallow society they both belong to. This story is not the usual run~of~the~mill Regency romance. The author managed to inject more depth into her characters and made the story so poignantly heartfelt and at times heart~breaking even.
September 6, 2017
You must read this delightful book
I truly enjoyed every word of this most excellent story. Actually it's more than a story, it's an entertainment. I loved the characters, especially, of course, Mary and John.
Mary, at 28, decides to make one last-ditch effort at finding a suitable husband. John, a notorious rake, offers to help her by introducing her to suitable eligible men. Shortly Mary has suitors lined up and must only choose one.
I want to point out that the deduction of a star from this five-star story is for more than ten errors and in no way reflects dissatisfaction with the book.
14
I truly enjoyed every word of this most excellent story. Actually it's more than a story, it's an entertainment. I loved the characters, especially, of course, Mary and John.
Mary, at 28, decides to make one last-ditch effort at finding a suitable husband. John, a notorious rake, offers to help her by introducing her to suitable eligible men. Shortly Mary has suitors lined up and must only choose one.
I want to point out that the deduction of a star from this five-star story is for more than ten errors and in no way reflects dissatisfaction with the book.
14
April 15, 2024
DNF’d when it was H’s pov for the first time lol.
I absolutely hate male characters that are considered ‘rakes’ and just go around having sex with anything that walks and reduces women to nothing but objects. It’s not an attractive character trope and I never care about them being reformed or their love story cos it’s not believable and they’re almost ALWAYS insufferable. Their only personality is brooding and being a sad boy, which John ticks off to a T.
I absolutely hate male characters that are considered ‘rakes’ and just go around having sex with anything that walks and reduces women to nothing but objects. It’s not an attractive character trope and I never care about them being reformed or their love story cos it’s not believable and they’re almost ALWAYS insufferable. Their only personality is brooding and being a sad boy, which John ticks off to a T.
June 3, 2019
To find a husband at The Marriage Mart.
The Marriage Mart is a delightful little romp in old England In a time when wealthy young women had only a few years to find a suitable man to marry so they would not have to depend upon the families for the rest of their lives. It is kind of predictable but so well told you are almost surprised with the ending. A very fun read.
The Marriage Mart is a delightful little romp in old England In a time when wealthy young women had only a few years to find a suitable man to marry so they would not have to depend upon the families for the rest of their lives. It is kind of predictable but so well told you are almost surprised with the ending. A very fun read.
November 5, 2021
Who needs sleep??
Could not put this book down. You truly felt their friendship and their love for one another. Sure John took forever and a day to formally come out and say it, but it was in all of his actions throughout. This is my first book by this author and I am hoping to discover more soon!!
Could not put this book down. You truly felt their friendship and their love for one another. Sure John took forever and a day to formally come out and say it, but it was in all of his actions throughout. This is my first book by this author and I am hoping to discover more soon!!
August 19, 2017
Couldn't put it down!
It has been a long time since I've read a romance novel and enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed this one. The characters are so honest and charming. Mary & John are so loveable, you can't help but want to read without stopping.
It has been a long time since I've read a romance novel and enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed this one. The characters are so honest and charming. Mary & John are so loveable, you can't help but want to read without stopping.
May 5, 2017
The Marriage Mart
Where do I start. This book was wonderful in descriptive text and such loving scenes. One could feel you were in the scene. This Arthur really out did herself in this book.
Where do I start. This book was wonderful in descriptive text and such loving scenes. One could feel you were in the scene. This Arthur really out did herself in this book.
September 21, 2017
Entertaining Read, Cute Story
It was a cute story. I don't know what else to say about it. I'll probably read more of this author's books. This was the first one of hers that I have read. As Jim Carrey says in Dumb and Dumber, "I like it a lot."
It was a cute story. I don't know what else to say about it. I'll probably read more of this author's books. This was the first one of hers that I have read. As Jim Carrey says in Dumb and Dumber, "I like it a lot."
July 12, 2020
Just not my cuppa. I swear the book is 80% minutiae of the character’s day-to-day. It’s squeaky clean as hell, with just one brief kiss. And two sets of love triangles. I appreciated the snippets of angst here and there, but this book is just not for me.
March 25, 2025
Great read!
I was caught from the very beginning. It is a fresh and very realistic story of the overlooked 'plain' debutante, in the midst of a garden of fresh faced beauties.
The heart knows what it wants, needs and appreciates.
I was caught from the very beginning. It is a fresh and very realistic story of the overlooked 'plain' debutante, in the midst of a garden of fresh faced beauties.
The heart knows what it wants, needs and appreciates.
November 13, 2016
Funny and sweet
Love the way this romance proceeded without the participants actually being aware. A very cute premise. Well written with a good dollop of humor
Love the way this romance proceeded without the participants actually being aware. A very cute premise. Well written with a good dollop of humor
March 22, 2017
Historical romance is one of my favorite genres. The Marriage Mart by Teresa DesJardien is in that category. While it was pretty obvious that the main characters would fall in love, the journey toward that conclusion proved to be highly entertaining and realistic.
The characters were well developed. Their flaws and insecurities, along with their strengths and abilities were all effectively displayed.
I felt Mary represented all the women who weren't blessed with beauty genes while John was the drop-dead gorgeous male those women could only dream about. I really liked this book!
The characters were well developed. Their flaws and insecurities, along with their strengths and abilities were all effectively displayed.
I felt Mary represented all the women who weren't blessed with beauty genes while John was the drop-dead gorgeous male those women could only dream about. I really liked this book!
November 30, 2017
Great read
This was a great story, the characters stayed true to themselves. I really was unsure where the ending would go! Loved it!!
This was a great story, the characters stayed true to themselves. I really was unsure where the ending would go! Loved it!!
January 17, 2019
i thoroughly enjoyed this story. I liked the main characters and the sweet way their relationship developed and blossomed. A very good read.
July 1, 2020
Ok
This was an ok book. Nothing particularly great or bad. I think I got it for free on kindle. A light read.
This was an ok book. Nothing particularly great or bad. I think I got it for free on kindle. A light read.
June 11, 2021
*contented sigh* I only wish you got more moments AFTER.
August 15, 2025
Truly enjoyed this tale. Mary is someone to know. Thank you Teresa DesJardien for the escape
January 31, 2017
I enjoyed the book but felt it was drawn out with feelings and looks that people had.
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