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His Majesty's Hounds #13
Rescuing the Countess
A Countess unhappily married, a Viscount forbidden the one he loves, an accident that leads to death, an accusation, a highwayman’s plot uncovered, a love that defies all odds.
Maria Wollstonefort, Countess of Granville, has rapidly come to regret her marriage. For her husband’s mother is domineering, and makes her life a misery, while her husband does nothing to defend or support her. She despairs of ever being happy again.
Charles Barrington, Viscount Wareham, has loved Maria for many years, since they were children growing up as neighbours. But he was only a third son, until the wars changed everyone’s fortunes, and not seen as a suitable match for her. Now Maria is wedded to another, and he is a man in love, who can never act on that love. Life seems bleak, yet he cannot simply ignore Maria, no matter how much it hurts to see her, for he senses that she has troubles to deal with.
When he offers her unconditional support, should she call upon him, neither of them expect that to ever happen. But when gossip, highwaymen and accidents come into play, he finds himself, and his family, called upon to save her.
Can either of them be happy? Will fate deliver a way for their lost love to grow again? Or will death steal everything from them both?
Read the rest of the series!
Claiming the Heart of a Duke
Intriguing the Viscount
Giving a Heart of Lace
Being Lady Harriet's Hero
Enchanting the Duke<
Redeeming the Marquess
Finding the Duke's Heir
Winning the Merchant Earl
Healing Lord Barton
Kissing the Duke of Hearts
Loving the Bitter Baron
Falling for the Earl
Rescuing the Countess
Betting on a Lady's Heart (coming soon)
Attracting the Spymaster (coming soon)
Restoring the Earl's Honour (coming soon
If you love Regency romance, great historical romance, and stories with great characters, you'll love these !
Maria Wollstonefort, Countess of Granville, has rapidly come to regret her marriage. For her husband’s mother is domineering, and makes her life a misery, while her husband does nothing to defend or support her. She despairs of ever being happy again.
Charles Barrington, Viscount Wareham, has loved Maria for many years, since they were children growing up as neighbours. But he was only a third son, until the wars changed everyone’s fortunes, and not seen as a suitable match for her. Now Maria is wedded to another, and he is a man in love, who can never act on that love. Life seems bleak, yet he cannot simply ignore Maria, no matter how much it hurts to see her, for he senses that she has troubles to deal with.
When he offers her unconditional support, should she call upon him, neither of them expect that to ever happen. But when gossip, highwaymen and accidents come into play, he finds himself, and his family, called upon to save her.
Can either of them be happy? Will fate deliver a way for their lost love to grow again? Or will death steal everything from them both?
Read the rest of the series!
Claiming the Heart of a Duke
Intriguing the Viscount
Giving a Heart of Lace
Being Lady Harriet's Hero
Enchanting the Duke<
Redeeming the Marquess
Finding the Duke's Heir
Winning the Merchant Earl
Healing Lord Barton
Kissing the Duke of Hearts
Loving the Bitter Baron
Falling for the Earl
Rescuing the Countess
Betting on a Lady's Heart (coming soon)
Attracting the Spymaster (coming soon)
Restoring the Earl's Honour (coming soon
If you love Regency romance, great historical romance, and stories with great characters, you'll love these !
- GenresHistorical Romance
230 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 11, 2018
165 people are currently reading
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About the author
Arietta Richmond
193 books358 followersArietta Richmond has been a compulsive reader and writer all her life. Whilst her reading has covered an enormous range of topics, history has always fascinated her, and historical novels have been amongst her favourite reading.
She has written a wide range of work, from business articles and other non-fiction works (published under a pen name) but fiction has always been a major part of her life. Now, her Regency Historical Romance books are finally being released. The Derbyshire Set is comprised of 10 novels (7 released so far). The ‘His Majesty’s Hounds’ series is comprised of 17novels, with the fourteenth having just been released.
She also has a standalone longer novel shortly to be released, and two other series of novels in development.
She lives in Australia, and when not reading or writing, likes to travel, and to see in person the places where history happened.
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She has written a wide range of work, from business articles and other non-fiction works (published under a pen name) but fiction has always been a major part of her life. Now, her Regency Historical Romance books are finally being released. The Derbyshire Set is comprised of 10 novels (7 released so far). The ‘His Majesty’s Hounds’ series is comprised of 17novels, with the fourteenth having just been released.
She also has a standalone longer novel shortly to be released, and two other series of novels in development.
She lives in Australia, and when not reading or writing, likes to travel, and to see in person the places where history happened.
Be the first to know about it when Arietta’s next book is released!
Sign up to Arietta’s newsletter at
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When you do, you will receive two free subscriber exclusive books -
‘A Gift of Love’, which is a prequel to the Derbyshire Set series, and ends on the day that ‘The Earl’s Unexpected Bride’ begins, and ‘Madame’s Christmas Marquis’ which is an additional story in the His Majesty’s Hounds series
These stories are not for sale anywhere – they are absolutely exclusive to newsletter subscribers!
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June 15, 2018
A woman unhappy in her marriage and a man who has loved her forever. Is there any hope for them? Maria grew up in a wonderful family but had none of that happiness with her husband and awful mother in law. Charles had always cared for Maria and could not stand seeing her so unhappy. In an unexpected turn, her husband is in an accident and perishes. Her family and Charles come to her aid and life begins changing. But is everything as it seems? Such an intriguing story of secrets hidden, strong emotions of hope and fear and two wonderful characters that try to find each other. This was really an entertaining read from beginning to end as another installment of His Majesty's Hounds!
September 25, 2018
The story start in the Victorian era were the girls and lady's go to party's around the era they are for husband fining they are to fin a rich earl or count and hope they will pick them and court them, Hi my name is Marie and my husband Edmond i married him but he decides when he want to see me.
My sister found her man and going to be married and i ask Edmond can we leave this house his mother runs it and i can not stand her If we leave i can see my sister and her to be husband and my family since i moved with Edmond i can not leave the house unless the wicked women know.
Well we are going to the weeding and then i am going to be free of her for once and i be able walk around with my sister and family wow that will be great
Thing are going great but my sister and her husband are doing great but the thing happen and we do not know what going to be happing but i hate going back to the manor but i must ,
Things are going to bad and then we will see how to handle this the story of how the countess is going
to do to the family you would love to read the book and then see how this is going to happen
My sister found her man and going to be married and i ask Edmond can we leave this house his mother runs it and i can not stand her If we leave i can see my sister and her to be husband and my family since i moved with Edmond i can not leave the house unless the wicked women know.
Well we are going to the weeding and then i am going to be free of her for once and i be able walk around with my sister and family wow that will be great
Thing are going great but my sister and her husband are doing great but the thing happen and we do not know what going to be happing but i hate going back to the manor but i must ,
Things are going to bad and then we will see how to handle this the story of how the countess is going
to do to the family you would love to read the book and then see how this is going to happen
June 14, 2018
NO TURNING BACK TIME!!!
Richmond pulls out all the stops on this page turning bombshell. You have it all. You have all the action, steady paced, suspense as well as fear and loss. She brings her gifts in full display as she lays out a strong storyline that will captivate from the start. The characters and scenes were intriguing, complex and realistic. With such vividly detailed and descriptive scenes that it gives the illusion you were right there in the middle of ground zero with them. Twists and turns abound with nerve racking and dangerous results. You can't help but fall in love with the main characters and the love they share is so pure you find yourself rooting for their success. Richmond brought this read to life flawlessly. Great job Richmond, thanks so much for sharing this awesome read with us.
Richmond pulls out all the stops on this page turning bombshell. You have it all. You have all the action, steady paced, suspense as well as fear and loss. She brings her gifts in full display as she lays out a strong storyline that will captivate from the start. The characters and scenes were intriguing, complex and realistic. With such vividly detailed and descriptive scenes that it gives the illusion you were right there in the middle of ground zero with them. Twists and turns abound with nerve racking and dangerous results. You can't help but fall in love with the main characters and the love they share is so pure you find yourself rooting for their success. Richmond brought this read to life flawlessly. Great job Richmond, thanks so much for sharing this awesome read with us.
June 14, 2018
Maria was once part of a loving family, since her marriage, she has come to know despair and humiliation with her new family. Charles has loved Maria since they were children and is sad to see how unhappy she is in her life. When calamity strikes, Charles and Maria’s parents and siblings come to her defense. An intriguing story of despair, humiliation, secrets, fear, hope and love. Great plot and storyline, with wonderful main characters and some not so wonderful secondary ones. This story keeps your interest from page one and is a fantastic addition to the series.
I received an ARC copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received an ARC copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 14, 2018
This was my first book by Arietta Richmond, which I received pre-release. I found the first third a bit slow and sombre, but it was well worth persevering as the love story that unfolded was tender, genuine and moving, with good chemistry. I liked the main characters a lot - though I often felt like urging Maria to stand up for herself, it became increasingly clear that she had very little choice but to keep quiet, and I enjoyed watching her gradually bloom and gain confidence throughout the rest of the book. Charles was very charming and kind and it was a delight to watch the romance unfold with lots of sweet scenes. Recommended! :)
June 13, 2018
This moral of this story is take a good look at the in-laws before you marry, particularly if you are going to live with them! What a horror of a mother in law, Maria had! Her husband, Edmund , wasn’t one for confrontation and he was in a difficult position. In one way I felt sorry for him but I also wanted him to take a stand. Luckily for Maria, she had family and one particular friend to help her. This was an entertaining read. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 13, 2018
A Loveless Marriage.
In marrying for status and to please her parents, Maria finds herself miserable. Her mother in law is a bully and her husband a coward and her life becomes extremely restrictive. Luckily for her, an accident (or was it?) leads to her husband’s death and freedom. Can she risk a second marriage?
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
In marrying for status and to please her parents, Maria finds herself miserable. Her mother in law is a bully and her husband a coward and her life becomes extremely restrictive. Luckily for her, an accident (or was it?) leads to her husband’s death and freedom. Can she risk a second marriage?
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
June 15, 2018
Rescuing the Countess His book 13 in the Majesty's Hounds Series. An awesome book. Extremely entertaining, captivating and interesting read. I could not put it down. Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters. My free opinion. Thanks
June 13, 2018
A fantastic story of friendship, second chance of love and hope despite lovers, murder, robbery and abusive in-law.
A story well developed and written. It will entrainment you until the last page!
I recommend this book to all that love regency.
A story well developed and written. It will entrainment you until the last page!
I recommend this book to all that love regency.
August 20, 2018
Charles Barrington, Viscount Wareham, has always loved Lady Maria Loughbridge, but as a third son of a Duke, he knew he would not be considered as a suitor. Now she was marrying the Earl of Granville.
Maria had made a good marriage, capturing an Earl, everyone said so.
Unfortunately when Maria and Edmund left London for his Wiltshire estate, the marriage became impossible. Edmund's mother has been running Edmund's estates, and was not giving up the reins, not even allowing Maria to run the household as was her right as Edmund's wife.
The Dowager Countess proved to be a rude, sharp-tongued, bitter woman whom everyone was scared of. She hated Maria and humiliated her every chance she could, making Maria's life unbearable.
When Edmund dies, the Dowager Countess accuses Maria of killing him and it is up to Maria's family and friends to prove her innocence.
The Dowager Countess is a nasty piece of work, so well described that you want to fight Maria's battles for her.
Edmund was such a pathetic character that I wanted to shake him to wake him up to his duties as a husband and Earl.
Charles is a thoroughly nice gentleman and I'm glad he got his hea.
This is a well written enjoyable book and I look forward to reading the next in the series.
Maria had made a good marriage, capturing an Earl, everyone said so.
Unfortunately when Maria and Edmund left London for his Wiltshire estate, the marriage became impossible. Edmund's mother has been running Edmund's estates, and was not giving up the reins, not even allowing Maria to run the household as was her right as Edmund's wife.
The Dowager Countess proved to be a rude, sharp-tongued, bitter woman whom everyone was scared of. She hated Maria and humiliated her every chance she could, making Maria's life unbearable.
When Edmund dies, the Dowager Countess accuses Maria of killing him and it is up to Maria's family and friends to prove her innocence.
The Dowager Countess is a nasty piece of work, so well described that you want to fight Maria's battles for her.
Edmund was such a pathetic character that I wanted to shake him to wake him up to his duties as a husband and Earl.
Charles is a thoroughly nice gentleman and I'm glad he got his hea.
This is a well written enjoyable book and I look forward to reading the next in the series.
June 16, 2018
Charles Barrington, Viscount of Wareham has known Lady Maria loughbridge since they were children and played together. He watched while she got married to Edmund Wollstonefort, Earl of Granville. The earl helped make her marriage a nightmare, along with his mother. He ended up dying and her mother-in-law blamed her and very vigorously. Charles and her family came to her defense.
The characters were wonderful and well developed, you could see the emotions changing as time went on. The plot was ever changing, the author did an excellent job of being well written and keeping your interest. Arietta Richmond has never disappointed. I enjoyed the time that they spent together after her mourning period was over. They kept making eyes at each other. I can hardly wait for the next one.
received this ARC from the author and voluntarily reviewed this book.I
The characters were wonderful and well developed, you could see the emotions changing as time went on. The plot was ever changing, the author did an excellent job of being well written and keeping your interest. Arietta Richmond has never disappointed. I enjoyed the time that they spent together after her mourning period was over. They kept making eyes at each other. I can hardly wait for the next one.
received this ARC from the author and voluntarily reviewed this book.I
September 9, 2024
From Suffering to Joy
Lady Maria Granville has a spiteful domineering mother-in-law and a simpering husband. Meanwhile, Charles Wareham has loved her since childhood.
A lot happens to Maria. Much of it distasteful, brought on by spiteful gossip. Her husband dies, more accusations, and finally the guilty caught.
Arietta Richmond has such a gift for building up the characters. Even side characters are seemingly rounded out. She also shines a light on how restricted society was in Regency Britain. The classes were strictly defined as was propriety. What we would give no thought to today could bring scandal upon a woman, so women had to be very careful of their actions. It's all very interesting as the story is woven through the constraints of the era.
Again, this book in this series deserves a place opp n your reading list.
Lady Maria Granville has a spiteful domineering mother-in-law and a simpering husband. Meanwhile, Charles Wareham has loved her since childhood.
A lot happens to Maria. Much of it distasteful, brought on by spiteful gossip. Her husband dies, more accusations, and finally the guilty caught.
Arietta Richmond has such a gift for building up the characters. Even side characters are seemingly rounded out. She also shines a light on how restricted society was in Regency Britain. The classes were strictly defined as was propriety. What we would give no thought to today could bring scandal upon a woman, so women had to be very careful of their actions. It's all very interesting as the story is woven through the constraints of the era.
Again, this book in this series deserves a place opp n your reading list.
July 19, 2021
Will she ever be happy?
Married based on the Ton standards Maria finds herself in a horrible place and no hope for happiness. She has the mother-in-law from hell and a husband who will not stand up for her or to his mother. This story is so full of conflict and it was written in such a beautiful way. I so wanted for Maria to have a chance at having a happy life. Events do change the course of her life and Maria goes through all sorts of emotions. The story has danger, characters whom you can love and hate a love unknown, and a love unexpected. I really enjoyed this addition to the series. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
Married based on the Ton standards Maria finds herself in a horrible place and no hope for happiness. She has the mother-in-law from hell and a husband who will not stand up for her or to his mother. This story is so full of conflict and it was written in such a beautiful way. I so wanted for Maria to have a chance at having a happy life. Events do change the course of her life and Maria goes through all sorts of emotions. The story has danger, characters whom you can love and hate a love unknown, and a love unexpected. I really enjoyed this addition to the series. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
February 10, 2022
Rescuing the Countess: Sweet and Clean Regency Romance (His Majesty's Hounds Book 13)
The love story of Marie and Charles. Charles has been in love with Marie since they were children. Now he must watch het marry other man. Marie except the proposal of Edward because her parents want her to marry a title and wealthy lord but the marry was not happy. Will they find happiness? Great story.
The love story of Marie and Charles. Charles has been in love with Marie since they were children. Now he must watch het marry other man. Marie except the proposal of Edward because her parents want her to marry a title and wealthy lord but the marry was not happy. Will they find happiness? Great story.
October 2, 2018
Patience is a virtue
To marry for money and a title, a normal occurrence in the ton, is not what Maria thought it would be. Her mother in law is an old bitter woman that rules the house and her son. She is awful to Maria and makes her life miserable. How she finds happiness again makes this an interesting story.
To marry for money and a title, a normal occurrence in the ton, is not what Maria thought it would be. Her mother in law is an old bitter woman that rules the house and her son. She is awful to Maria and makes her life miserable. How she finds happiness again makes this an interesting story.
June 20, 2018
I truly enjoyed this book, it was clean and sweet. I wanted to reach into the story and slap the Dowager Countess for how she treated her son's wife Maria. I loved that she got her happily ever after though, Maria deserved it!
May 18, 2019
Charles and Maria
Naria has a disastrous marriage to and Earl and his dowager mother! Her family and sisters family investigated her husbands death after her mother in law accused her. Charles has only ever wanted Maria. - Babs
Naria has a disastrous marriage to and Earl and his dowager mother! Her family and sisters family investigated her husbands death after her mother in law accused her. Charles has only ever wanted Maria. - Babs
June 14, 2018
Rescuing the Countess
Another fascinating book in this series which make you anxious to start reading the next book. Patience and love win in the end.
Another fascinating book in this series which make you anxious to start reading the next book. Patience and love win in the end.
August 8, 2018
This was a very enjoyable book to read. The characters were so well developed that it was easy to relate to them.
August 11, 2020
A very well done, thorough, and unique regency romance. I love the storyline, the characters, and their adventures.
March 18, 2025
Another good one
Enjoyable. The intrigue was decent, the scandal interesting, the plot holes ignorable. Not what I was expecting, which was good!
Enjoyable. The intrigue was decent, the scandal interesting, the plot holes ignorable. Not what I was expecting, which was good!
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