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Smithfield Market #2
Saved by the Scoundrel
Although she never thought of herself as one of the lucky ones, Caroline Devonshire’s life could have been in a much dire state than it was at the age of 18.
Orphaned when young, her older brother managed to secure her a home under the watchful eye of the widowed tavern owner, Mrs. Beeson, before setting off for war in France.
And while her brother’s absence would prove to be a trial, Caroline managed to survive and thrive in her less than ideal surroundings.
Although she tries to keep foolish dreams in check, Caroline secretly hopes to live an adventurous life beyond the Smithfield Market, beyond London, and even beyond England. That is, until her brother, Peter, finally returns home for good and shows himself to have become the type of rogue that a life of adventure can breed.
Worse still is Peter’s companion, a certain Lord Timothy Brandeis, who though cherishing a strong and special bond with Caroline’s brother through the war, is also partially responsible for her brother’s current standing as a scoundrel and a rogue.
Even though this handsome and charming man proves to be little better than the louts Caroline deals with every day, she finds it hard to not look his way in a manner that doesn’t escape the eyes of Ms. Beeson.
Things become even more complex when Lord Bradeis’ duties as the second son of a Marquis force him to make an appearance at his family home and Caroline is shocked to find that this roguish Lord has a rather adventurous request to make of her.
Soon she’ll need to collect all her wits to manage in a realm her active imagination had never dared to take her: the world of le bon ton in Regency Era England.
Welcome to the world of the Smithfield Market in Regency Era London, a new standalone series by Rose Pearson.
Orphaned when young, her older brother managed to secure her a home under the watchful eye of the widowed tavern owner, Mrs. Beeson, before setting off for war in France.
And while her brother’s absence would prove to be a trial, Caroline managed to survive and thrive in her less than ideal surroundings.
Although she tries to keep foolish dreams in check, Caroline secretly hopes to live an adventurous life beyond the Smithfield Market, beyond London, and even beyond England. That is, until her brother, Peter, finally returns home for good and shows himself to have become the type of rogue that a life of adventure can breed.
Worse still is Peter’s companion, a certain Lord Timothy Brandeis, who though cherishing a strong and special bond with Caroline’s brother through the war, is also partially responsible for her brother’s current standing as a scoundrel and a rogue.
Even though this handsome and charming man proves to be little better than the louts Caroline deals with every day, she finds it hard to not look his way in a manner that doesn’t escape the eyes of Ms. Beeson.
Things become even more complex when Lord Bradeis’ duties as the second son of a Marquis force him to make an appearance at his family home and Caroline is shocked to find that this roguish Lord has a rather adventurous request to make of her.
Soon she’ll need to collect all her wits to manage in a realm her active imagination had never dared to take her: the world of le bon ton in Regency Era England.
Welcome to the world of the Smithfield Market in Regency Era London, a new standalone series by Rose Pearson.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 31, 2018
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About the author
Rose Pearson
162 books1,010 followersRose has read her way through countless romances over the years, “borrowing” them from her older sisters, and hiding them from her mother.
She has a special love for Regency romances and when she began writing, the Regency period was a natural place to start. The ton, the wealthy families, the Season, the dilemmas, and yes, the marriages, have always fascinated her.
She loves a happy ever after! Now she is happy to bring this passion to her stories and share it with her readers.
On a personal note, Rose lives in North Carolina, is married, and has a terrier that barks too much. She enjoys taking him for walks to tire him out!
She has a special love for Regency romances and when she began writing, the Regency period was a natural place to start. The ton, the wealthy families, the Season, the dilemmas, and yes, the marriages, have always fascinated her.
She loves a happy ever after! Now she is happy to bring this passion to her stories and share it with her readers.
On a personal note, Rose lives in North Carolina, is married, and has a terrier that barks too much. She enjoys taking him for walks to tire him out!
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October 23, 2018
Stupid, unbelievable, and not worth the time
Read the first one and had complaints as to how unbelievable it as but as I've enjoyed this author before, i thought it might have vs been an off book. But alas....it wasnt. This second book in the series as even worse. An orphaned bar maid with no money catches the eye of a wealthy noble. Literally... A server at a tavern. I'm well for the poor girl, rich man trope but this was a fairy tale... Not a regency. Still.. Considering the series is called glass slipper, I'll let it. However, the "hero" (who was nothing but as immoral scoundrel with NO redeeming qualities) immediately sexually harasses the heroine upon meeting her, in-store her, degraded her, embarrasses her and more.... Yet she finds herself attracted to him immediately afterwards and feeling guilty about it. But oh it's ok for he decides the best way to make amends-even though he's not sorry- is to ask for her help him in a lie to his family and friends... All for some new clothes and the opportunity to stay at his house for a week. Well with these "obvious" charms is no wonder our simple, kind bar maid falls for this lord, right? How romantic!( Someone who sexually harasses you then uses you for his own machinations. All the while remaining a drunken dot who brags I sleeping with multiple prostitutes a not... Then running away so he doesn't have to pay. Definitely a hero worthy of lie sweet and innocent maid
Read the first one and had complaints as to how unbelievable it as but as I've enjoyed this author before, i thought it might have vs been an off book. But alas....it wasnt. This second book in the series as even worse. An orphaned bar maid with no money catches the eye of a wealthy noble. Literally... A server at a tavern. I'm well for the poor girl, rich man trope but this was a fairy tale... Not a regency. Still.. Considering the series is called glass slipper, I'll let it. However, the "hero" (who was nothing but as immoral scoundrel with NO redeeming qualities) immediately sexually harasses the heroine upon meeting her, in-store her, degraded her, embarrasses her and more.... Yet she finds herself attracted to him immediately afterwards and feeling guilty about it. But oh it's ok for he decides the best way to make amends-even though he's not sorry- is to ask for her help him in a lie to his family and friends... All for some new clothes and the opportunity to stay at his house for a week. Well with these "obvious" charms is no wonder our simple, kind bar maid falls for this lord, right? How romantic!( Someone who sexually harasses you then uses you for his own machinations. All the while remaining a drunken dot who brags I sleeping with multiple prostitutes a not... Then running away so he doesn't have to pay. Definitely a hero worthy of lie sweet and innocent maid
July 19, 2021
Regency.
This featured Lord Timothy who was best friends w/ Army
pal Peter whose sister Caroline worked at a tavern w/ her
surrogate mother. Tim tried to seduce Caro the 1st time he
met her. He promised to do better: but did he? Tim got the
bright idea to buy Caro a new wardrove (no one noticed this?
or judged these 2?) & have her pose as a widowed baroness,
his love interest, at a 2 wk house party. Which included the
wedding of his older, favored bro Josiah. This plot felt too
busy. And surely his family had a copy of Debrett's & would
know of her false title?
Tim's sire, a marquess, lectured him on propriety & wanted
him 'settled.' Soon Caro lectured him too. The public and
private verbal abuse got to be too much. No civilized family
would start or keep alive this disrespect in front of family
and guests!
The MCs mostly argued. Where was the love? Tim: not a hero.
This featured Lord Timothy who was best friends w/ Army
pal Peter whose sister Caroline worked at a tavern w/ her
surrogate mother. Tim tried to seduce Caro the 1st time he
met her. He promised to do better: but did he? Tim got the
bright idea to buy Caro a new wardrove (no one noticed this?
or judged these 2?) & have her pose as a widowed baroness,
his love interest, at a 2 wk house party. Which included the
wedding of his older, favored bro Josiah. This plot felt too
busy. And surely his family had a copy of Debrett's & would
know of her false title?
Tim's sire, a marquess, lectured him on propriety & wanted
him 'settled.' Soon Caro lectured him too. The public and
private verbal abuse got to be too much. No civilized family
would start or keep alive this disrespect in front of family
and guests!
The MCs mostly argued. Where was the love? Tim: not a hero.
July 31, 2018
A lovely little Regency-period romance story that is more complex than what Barbara Cartland would write.
Yes, I did enjoy this book. What really amazed me was how this writer maintained the syntax and clichés of the time period. I haven’t seen this done in… years. Maybe one other author achieved this level of authenticity.
I also appreciate the fact that she wrote a story that wasn’t based on titillating sex. At the moment, I’m getting tired of this, but I also must admit that most Regency-period romance novels are less into the sex, or they would find themselves listed elsewhere.
I enjoyed the psychology of these characters which was the hook to the story. The three main characters – Caroline, Peter, and Brandeis – have their strengths and flaws, and it was very intriguing how they interacted with their surroundings. And boy, do we have a doozy!! Like a disappointed father who favors the heir and is shamed by the “spare” no matter what Brandeis did. Or how does Caroline justify her role in the “fiancé” ruse without destroying her sense of ethics. How does Peter explain his relationship with Brandeis to his sister whom Brandeis tried to hit on? Can more than one man change? Sounds like the impossible herculean labour.
I know this is just brain candy, but I rather did wish it could have lasted a little longer. It felt like the ending was wrapped up a little too slick than what reality would dictate.
Credibility Issues: Pubs and taverns in England did not have any restrictions on pubs’ and taverns’ hours until after WWI. If we were talking about the United States, then, yes, there was a restriction for pubs and taverns to be closed on Sundays (depending on the state) based upon the strength of the Puritanical moral code. In the 1800s, pubs and taverns were shut down before noon (usually) according to the “blue laws”. Or am I being picky? Probably, but it does indicate that better research was needed. Yes, Mrs. Beeson might close on a Sunday and have morning restrictions, but this was NOT the normal as suggested.
If you love Regency romances, then you will find this book quite entertaining because of the author’s efforts to be as authentic as possible.
I received a free copy of this book through Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest, no-punches-pulled review – as you should well know by now.
Yes, I did enjoy this book. What really amazed me was how this writer maintained the syntax and clichés of the time period. I haven’t seen this done in… years. Maybe one other author achieved this level of authenticity.
I also appreciate the fact that she wrote a story that wasn’t based on titillating sex. At the moment, I’m getting tired of this, but I also must admit that most Regency-period romance novels are less into the sex, or they would find themselves listed elsewhere.
I enjoyed the psychology of these characters which was the hook to the story. The three main characters – Caroline, Peter, and Brandeis – have their strengths and flaws, and it was very intriguing how they interacted with their surroundings. And boy, do we have a doozy!! Like a disappointed father who favors the heir and is shamed by the “spare” no matter what Brandeis did. Or how does Caroline justify her role in the “fiancé” ruse without destroying her sense of ethics. How does Peter explain his relationship with Brandeis to his sister whom Brandeis tried to hit on? Can more than one man change? Sounds like the impossible herculean labour.
I know this is just brain candy, but I rather did wish it could have lasted a little longer. It felt like the ending was wrapped up a little too slick than what reality would dictate.
Credibility Issues: Pubs and taverns in England did not have any restrictions on pubs’ and taverns’ hours until after WWI. If we were talking about the United States, then, yes, there was a restriction for pubs and taverns to be closed on Sundays (depending on the state) based upon the strength of the Puritanical moral code. In the 1800s, pubs and taverns were shut down before noon (usually) according to the “blue laws”. Or am I being picky? Probably, but it does indicate that better research was needed. Yes, Mrs. Beeson might close on a Sunday and have morning restrictions, but this was NOT the normal as suggested.
If you love Regency romances, then you will find this book quite entertaining because of the author’s efforts to be as authentic as possible.
I received a free copy of this book through Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving an honest, no-punches-pulled review – as you should well know by now.
August 1, 2018
Another great read in this new series by Rose Pearson!
I like it that the female main character is 'just' a young woman working in a tavern. There is nothing fancy about her. But she can do what no one else did (neither his parents, nor his brother, or even her brother): change a scoundrel into a caring gentleman.
I love the characters and the way the story is told.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I like it that the female main character is 'just' a young woman working in a tavern. There is nothing fancy about her. But she can do what no one else did (neither his parents, nor his brother, or even her brother): change a scoundrel into a caring gentleman.
I love the characters and the way the story is told.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 31, 2018
This story evoked a range of emotions from me. It was easy to relate to, identify with and feel empathy and indignation for the characters in this book. The situations the characters found themselves in were so realistic. It really felt like I knew these characters. The heroine, Caroline Devonshire and her brother Peter lost both their parents when they were young. Caroline was about nine and Peter twelve. Peter found them a place to stay, how she never knew. It was with a Mrs. Beeson who owned and ran the Beeson Arms. Mrs. Beeson had just lost her husband so she was more than happy to take them in. She considered them her wards. From the day they arrived, Peter told Caroline that she would have to earn her keep. They helped Mrs. Beeson anyway they could at the tavern. Before their parents had died, they had saved a substantial amount of money for their children. When Peter turned eighteen he bought himself a commission of Lieutenant in the Calvary with his share of the money. It has been three years since Caroline has seen Peter. She was now nineteen and considered Beeson Arms her home and treated Mrs. Beeson like a mother. Peter has returned and what a happy time it was for them all. He had returned with a good friend, Lord Timothy Brandeis, second son of the Marquess of Fareshire. Caroline was surprised. She exclaimed that his friend was nobility and they did not come to places like the Beeson Arms. Peter told her Brandeis was not like that. On the battlefield the lines between nobility and the rest of the them became blurred. They were just men fighting along side one another and looking out for each other. When Brandeis met Caroline, he did himself no favors by flattering her and did not impress her with his actions. Caroline became privy to why Brandeis was close to Peter. Her brother saved his life during a conflict. After three or so days Caroline's opinion of him did not improve. Brandeis did apologize to Caroline for his behavior. She forgave him. Now Brandeis had a request to ask her. Would she accompany him to his father's house for his brother's wedding celebration? It would last a fortnight. It would help him immensely. He did not want to go, but he had to. He did not look forward to spending time with his father or elder brother, the heir, because they were constantly reminding him what a disappointment he was to them and nagging him to improve himself. No matter what he did, good or bad, he has never gained their approval. His father, the Marquess, wanted him to settle down and take a wife. He would push one or more genteel ladies on him. But all they cared about was his title and fortune. The did not really care for him or about him. To avoid this, he told his father he was courting a wealthy baroness, the Lady Winter. Of course there was no such person. So, he wanted to know if Caroline would be Lady Winter. He got the idea because Caroline had already put him in his place and was unaffected by his presence or title. He told her that he was sure, with her by his side, she would help him not make a fool of himself in front of his father. He would of course buy her a new wardrobe and help her learn to dance and how to behave in front of his family. She told him she would give him an answer the next evening when they came to the tavern. She did not trust Brandeis and was not sure she would be safe around him. Peter assured her that he would be a total gentleman to her. But the decision was hers to make. She also talked to Mrs. Beeson about it. Mrs. Beeson told her to look at it like a grand adventure just like those books she likes to read so much. The next evening, she told Brandeis she would do it. Would Caroline be able to fool his family that she was nobility? What if she forgot something, would they see through her disguise? Would Brandeis accept any help she could be to him? What if Brandeis did not like how she behaved or did not like what she said. Would he be angry with her or dissapointed in her? Could she keep the ruse up for a whole fortnight? Caroline was aware that sometimes Brandeis frustrated her and aggravated her. Would she be able to find it in her heart to be sympathetic to him? What if she came to care for him more than friendship? Will she be able to protect her heart? Would his parents approve of her if they knew who she really was? She thought to herself that would never happen. Brandeis and her were of different social standings. What if Brandeis did something that angered her. Would she be able to hide it? Brandeis did not know what he was getting into with Caroline. She was forthright and honest. Would he be able to deal with that? What if Brandeis got into his cups, would he divulge their secret? I loved reading this book and highly recommend it. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 28, 2018
Mrs. Beeson asked Caroline Devonshire to fetch more ale from the cellar. Mrs. Beeson owned the Beeson Arms tavern and had taken Caroline in when her brother had to leave for the war. Lately, she hired Martin to keep them protected if the men got rowdy. She always kept Caroline safe. Mrs. Beeson did talk to her about thinking of the future. She may want to leave the tavern and seek whatever her heart wanted. But for now, she was happy to stay here and work with Mrs. Beeson.
One night, she heard a familiar voice call her by nickname, “Caro”! Her brother Peter was at last home from the army on leave! But instead of staying there at the tavern as he always had, he was staying with a friend, he said -- Lord Timothy Brandeis, second son to the Marquess of Fareshire. Caroline worried that he would be a bad influence on her brother, knowing the reputation of the nobility. But she teased him about being friends with a Lord and how times had changed!
Brandeis joined them and Caroline resisted his flirting. But by the end of the evening, he and her brother were bragging about the women they had enjoyed! Caroline was not pleased that her brother had apparently taken up that rogue lifestyle that Brandeis enjoyed too well! When she finally asked them to leave so she could close the tavern, Peter went out, but Brandeis put his arm around her waist and suggested she allow him to keep her warm and happy that night. She shoved him away and he followed Peter outside.
Caroline told Mrs. Beeson about the incident and she agreed to have Martin keep watch on Brandeis going forward. Caroline said she would someday like to settle with a quiet man from town, to which Mrs. Beeson loudly laughed. Caroline’s love of books alone indicated her love for adventure. And Mrs. Beeson told her there was so much more out there for her than a quiet man from town! Instead, she should chase her dreams!
At dinner that Sunday, Peter joined them. He started bragging about Lord Brandeis, his friend, and Caroline couldn’t let him go on. She told him what he had been up to, only to hear him defend his friend! Then Mrs. Beeson quietly told him that she was disappointed because, being told what Brandeis had said to Caroline, Peter wasn’t upset, didn’t tell her he would speak to his friend, didn’t offer his apologies. Instead he had so much to drink, night after night, that he had not even noticed. This brought Peter back to his senses when he acknowledged the truthfulness of what they both told him. He intended to make things right.
On the second day of not seeing Peter, he and Brandeis showed up. With Peter there, Brandeis apologized and promised he would not behave that way again to her. But he had a proposition that even Peter asked her to listen to. His brother was getting married and Brandeis had to attend. His father had always tried to pair him up with noble ladies who only carried about his wealth and position. So he lied and said he was courting a Baroness. He asked Caroline if she would play the part and attend with him, with Peter being there as well. She obviously was not impressed with his title and had no problem with setting him straight. So he knew she could keep him in line at the party and he could at last gain his father’s approval that he wanted more than anything. He would buy her wardrobe and have her trained to play the part. Would Caroline agree? The experience would provide her an adventure, just like in her novels – a taste of a totally different lifestyle and experience. A chance to help Brandeis be the proper gentleman his father could approve of and even be proud of. Or would she find the “offer” an unpleasant, distasteful burden she wanted no part of?
I absolutely love this author’s writing! She will immediately pull you into the story through the wonderful characters the reader will meet and the strong emotions that are evoked by everything they experience. The people and the story are very believable, and the reader will genuinely care. Grab your copy and see how it all sorts out. There is so much more to find out and you won’t want to miss a single page of this satisfying book!
One night, she heard a familiar voice call her by nickname, “Caro”! Her brother Peter was at last home from the army on leave! But instead of staying there at the tavern as he always had, he was staying with a friend, he said -- Lord Timothy Brandeis, second son to the Marquess of Fareshire. Caroline worried that he would be a bad influence on her brother, knowing the reputation of the nobility. But she teased him about being friends with a Lord and how times had changed!
Brandeis joined them and Caroline resisted his flirting. But by the end of the evening, he and her brother were bragging about the women they had enjoyed! Caroline was not pleased that her brother had apparently taken up that rogue lifestyle that Brandeis enjoyed too well! When she finally asked them to leave so she could close the tavern, Peter went out, but Brandeis put his arm around her waist and suggested she allow him to keep her warm and happy that night. She shoved him away and he followed Peter outside.
Caroline told Mrs. Beeson about the incident and she agreed to have Martin keep watch on Brandeis going forward. Caroline said she would someday like to settle with a quiet man from town, to which Mrs. Beeson loudly laughed. Caroline’s love of books alone indicated her love for adventure. And Mrs. Beeson told her there was so much more out there for her than a quiet man from town! Instead, she should chase her dreams!
At dinner that Sunday, Peter joined them. He started bragging about Lord Brandeis, his friend, and Caroline couldn’t let him go on. She told him what he had been up to, only to hear him defend his friend! Then Mrs. Beeson quietly told him that she was disappointed because, being told what Brandeis had said to Caroline, Peter wasn’t upset, didn’t tell her he would speak to his friend, didn’t offer his apologies. Instead he had so much to drink, night after night, that he had not even noticed. This brought Peter back to his senses when he acknowledged the truthfulness of what they both told him. He intended to make things right.
On the second day of not seeing Peter, he and Brandeis showed up. With Peter there, Brandeis apologized and promised he would not behave that way again to her. But he had a proposition that even Peter asked her to listen to. His brother was getting married and Brandeis had to attend. His father had always tried to pair him up with noble ladies who only carried about his wealth and position. So he lied and said he was courting a Baroness. He asked Caroline if she would play the part and attend with him, with Peter being there as well. She obviously was not impressed with his title and had no problem with setting him straight. So he knew she could keep him in line at the party and he could at last gain his father’s approval that he wanted more than anything. He would buy her wardrobe and have her trained to play the part. Would Caroline agree? The experience would provide her an adventure, just like in her novels – a taste of a totally different lifestyle and experience. A chance to help Brandeis be the proper gentleman his father could approve of and even be proud of. Or would she find the “offer” an unpleasant, distasteful burden she wanted no part of?
I absolutely love this author’s writing! She will immediately pull you into the story through the wonderful characters the reader will meet and the strong emotions that are evoked by everything they experience. The people and the story are very believable, and the reader will genuinely care. Grab your copy and see how it all sorts out. There is so much more to find out and you won’t want to miss a single page of this satisfying book!
July 30, 2018
Another great Regency romance by the amazing Rose Pearson! I enjoy the Regency genre and have read a lot of them, so it's always refreshing to find a book with a different feel to it.
Caroline Devonshire was orphaned at a young age. She and her brother, Peter, were taken in by the widowed Mrs. Beeson, a tavern owner in Smithfield Market. Peter joins the Army and Caroline works in the tavern, not the most glamorous of jobs, but at least she feels safe and loved.
When her brother comes home on leave, he is in the company of Lord Brandeis, a member of the nobility and a total rogue. Caroline has to rebuff his advances several times before Peter steps in. After Brandeis apologizes, he asks Caroline to pretend to be his love interest when he has to return home for his older brother's wedding. Since Caroline has always enjoyed an adventure (through reading), she decides to give it a go.
I love Ms. Pearson's writing style and the dialogue between the characters. Caroline stands up for herself against the nobility and holds her own against all of them. I especially like the fact that Caroline is just a common woman, not nobility, but that she is able to have her own HEA in an age where commoner were looked down upon. Brandeis starts out as a total cad, but through Caroline's care and tenderness, he finds his true self.
I was given the chance to read this book through Booksprouts and chose to review it.
Caroline Devonshire was orphaned at a young age. She and her brother, Peter, were taken in by the widowed Mrs. Beeson, a tavern owner in Smithfield Market. Peter joins the Army and Caroline works in the tavern, not the most glamorous of jobs, but at least she feels safe and loved.
When her brother comes home on leave, he is in the company of Lord Brandeis, a member of the nobility and a total rogue. Caroline has to rebuff his advances several times before Peter steps in. After Brandeis apologizes, he asks Caroline to pretend to be his love interest when he has to return home for his older brother's wedding. Since Caroline has always enjoyed an adventure (through reading), she decides to give it a go.
I love Ms. Pearson's writing style and the dialogue between the characters. Caroline stands up for herself against the nobility and holds her own against all of them. I especially like the fact that Caroline is just a common woman, not nobility, but that she is able to have her own HEA in an age where commoner were looked down upon. Brandeis starts out as a total cad, but through Caroline's care and tenderness, he finds his true self.
I was given the chance to read this book through Booksprouts and chose to review it.
July 31, 2018
Can an Angel redeem a demon?
Miss Caroline Devonshire was a young girl when her parents died. Thankfully she and her older brother Peter were taken in by Mrs. Beeson, a widowed tavern owner. She became their family and all was well until Peter went to war, she grew up into a lovely young lady and Lord Brandeis walked into her life and turned it upside down.
Lieutenant Peter Devonshire's friend and comrade, Army officer Lord Timothy Brandeis, second son to the Marquess of Fareshare, has worked hard to developed his well earned reputation of rogue, rake and scoundrel. What does he care. His father has been telling him what a disappointment he is all of his life. Then he walked into a tavern and saw Caroline. His life was never going to be the same, but his metamorphosis promised to be painful and revealing.
Saved by the Scoundrel is both interesting and entertaining. Ms. Rose Pearson adeptly fleshed out the characters, and provided enough descriptions to bring the setting to life. Caroline and Brandeis' story was not without it's angst and improbable circumstances. I admit to an eye roll or two. But still, I couldn't help but get pulled into their drama as they worked their way toward a HEA.
Saved by the Scoundrel is proof that an entertaining historical novel does not need vulgarities or sexual content to be enjoyable.
Disclosure: I received a complementary ARC of this book from the author via BookSprout. I am voluntarily submitting my honest review.
Miss Caroline Devonshire was a young girl when her parents died. Thankfully she and her older brother Peter were taken in by Mrs. Beeson, a widowed tavern owner. She became their family and all was well until Peter went to war, she grew up into a lovely young lady and Lord Brandeis walked into her life and turned it upside down.
Lieutenant Peter Devonshire's friend and comrade, Army officer Lord Timothy Brandeis, second son to the Marquess of Fareshare, has worked hard to developed his well earned reputation of rogue, rake and scoundrel. What does he care. His father has been telling him what a disappointment he is all of his life. Then he walked into a tavern and saw Caroline. His life was never going to be the same, but his metamorphosis promised to be painful and revealing.
Saved by the Scoundrel is both interesting and entertaining. Ms. Rose Pearson adeptly fleshed out the characters, and provided enough descriptions to bring the setting to life. Caroline and Brandeis' story was not without it's angst and improbable circumstances. I admit to an eye roll or two. But still, I couldn't help but get pulled into their drama as they worked their way toward a HEA.
Saved by the Scoundrel is proof that an entertaining historical novel does not need vulgarities or sexual content to be enjoyable.
Disclosure: I received a complementary ARC of this book from the author via BookSprout. I am voluntarily submitting my honest review.
August 3, 2018
Saved by the Scoundrel (A Smithfield Market Regency Romance)
Rose Pearson
Mrs Beeson owns a tavern down in the Smithfield Market area, she had taken two orphaned children and raised them as her own. Peter and Caroline.
Caroline helps Mrs Beeson run the tavern while Peter went to war.
Peter returned and bought a friend Lord Brandeis.
When the men drink they get loud and talk of unpleasant things they have shared.
Lord Brandeis is something of a rake and tries to get Caroline to share his bed but she puts him to task and sets him right. She doesn’t trust him.
Lord Brandeis has family issues, his father has always praised his older brother for being a great son. He is always looking for ways to please his father but never gets the attention he needs. So he becomes a rotten scoundrel!
Lord Brandeis offers a deal to Caroline if she will help him show his family that he has changed. She agrees but will he get the praise he wants? Will everything work out for him?
Loved the story.
No adult situations.. even though Lord Brandeis is a scoundrel!
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Rose Pearson
Mrs Beeson owns a tavern down in the Smithfield Market area, she had taken two orphaned children and raised them as her own. Peter and Caroline.
Caroline helps Mrs Beeson run the tavern while Peter went to war.
Peter returned and bought a friend Lord Brandeis.
When the men drink they get loud and talk of unpleasant things they have shared.
Lord Brandeis is something of a rake and tries to get Caroline to share his bed but she puts him to task and sets him right. She doesn’t trust him.
Lord Brandeis has family issues, his father has always praised his older brother for being a great son. He is always looking for ways to please his father but never gets the attention he needs. So he becomes a rotten scoundrel!
Lord Brandeis offers a deal to Caroline if she will help him show his family that he has changed. She agrees but will he get the praise he wants? Will everything work out for him?
Loved the story.
No adult situations.. even though Lord Brandeis is a scoundrel!
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August 5, 2018
Sweet, clean romance about change, forgiveness, and opening your heart to love
I really, really enjoyed it! I had a hard time putting it down!
Caroline's parents died when she was young and the owner of the owner of the local tavern took her and her brother in. She's worked in the tavern ever since. Her brother, Peter, is now a lieutenant in the cavalry. He brings home a friend from the military whose life he saved, Lord Brandeis, but he's not a good influence on her brother, and his attempts to seduce her are very much unwelcome. When Lord Brandeis comes up with a scheme to persuade his parents that he's a changed man, she's surprised to discover his plans include her!
Can a completely self-serving man learn to think of others before himself? Can he truly change, or is it all a ruse? Is Caroline destined to forever remain in the tavern, or will she find there's more for her?
Warning: spoilers
I loved this book, but I felt the author waited just a bit too long to turn Lord Brandeis around. A couple of days earlier in the storyline would've been perfect. The romance seemed a bit too rushed because of that. Otherwise, I would have given this book 5 stars.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I really, really enjoyed it! I had a hard time putting it down!
Caroline's parents died when she was young and the owner of the owner of the local tavern took her and her brother in. She's worked in the tavern ever since. Her brother, Peter, is now a lieutenant in the cavalry. He brings home a friend from the military whose life he saved, Lord Brandeis, but he's not a good influence on her brother, and his attempts to seduce her are very much unwelcome. When Lord Brandeis comes up with a scheme to persuade his parents that he's a changed man, she's surprised to discover his plans include her!
Can a completely self-serving man learn to think of others before himself? Can he truly change, or is it all a ruse? Is Caroline destined to forever remain in the tavern, or will she find there's more for her?
Warning: spoilers
I loved this book, but I felt the author waited just a bit too long to turn Lord Brandeis around. A couple of days earlier in the storyline would've been perfect. The romance seemed a bit too rushed because of that. Otherwise, I would have given this book 5 stars.
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July 31, 2018
Beautiful historical novel. Miss Caroline Devonshire works in a tavern and is protected by the woman owner who is like her second mother. She and her brother were taken in by the kind lady to earn their keep but earned a place in the heart, Caronline's brother Peter goes in the army and Caroline stays behind worrying and at the same time working hard. When Peter all of a sudden is back and brings a friend, Lord Timothy Brandeis, the reunion is warm and happy. Lord Timothy appears to be a real scoundrel under the influence of liquor and has also reason to forget things as bad family relations. Peter thinks highly of him however and so Caroline is willing to give this friend of her brother a chance. They end up in a charade of sort, but slowly the Scoundrel Lord and the miss grow together in a quite endearing way. The scoundrel who was rough and unforbidding seems to have some soft spots as well... The author has written again a lovely book and did a great job describing the characters. You go from having your doubts about this Lord to at least liking him... I won't spoil to much. Let me say that it is romantic and really lovely written.
July 31, 2018
Miss Carolyn Devonshire is grateful to Mrs. Beeson, a widowed tavern owner, for taking her and her brother, Peter, as wards when both of their parents died. Even though she loves Mrs. Beeson and finds purpose helping her in the tavern, Carolyn has always wanted some adventure in her life.
When Peter introduces his friend and fellow officer, Lord Timothy Brandeis, Marquess of Fareshire, she feels an immediate rush of desire...until he begins to act like a rogue!
Miss Devonshire will finally get her adventure when Lord Brandeis makes a request and she accepts the challenge, albeit with a little trepidation!
I love this romance between a man and woman who come through heartbreak and pain to arrive at a place of love, respect and contentedness.
This author is one of my favorites and Saved By The Scoundrel is another winner! Her characters are multi-dimensional and draw you into their emotions and thoughts without effort.
I highly recommend this author and, in particular, this book. It will be a wonderful addition to your library!
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When Peter introduces his friend and fellow officer, Lord Timothy Brandeis, Marquess of Fareshire, she feels an immediate rush of desire...until he begins to act like a rogue!
Miss Devonshire will finally get her adventure when Lord Brandeis makes a request and she accepts the challenge, albeit with a little trepidation!
I love this romance between a man and woman who come through heartbreak and pain to arrive at a place of love, respect and contentedness.
This author is one of my favorites and Saved By The Scoundrel is another winner! Her characters are multi-dimensional and draw you into their emotions and thoughts without effort.
I highly recommend this author and, in particular, this book. It will be a wonderful addition to your library!
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August 2, 2018
Love the book. Great storyline of first impressions, misunderstandings, forgiveness, and love. The book started out kind of slow for me and I wasn't really sure what direction the storyline was going to go. But then during the second chapter it really Took it off for me. It's definitely a book that I will read again and recommend the it's definitely a book that I will read again and recommend. The one thing missing for me was a personal interaction between Brandeis and Lord Fernley after his father excepted the marriage. And just what was the deal between Miss Gosford and Lord Weston? I know it probably wasn't I love match but considering some of their actions toward one another I felt things might have been very entertaining with a little more backstory. And just what was the deal between Miss Gosford and Lord Westin? I know it probably wasn't I love match that considering some of their actions toward one another I felt things might have been very entertaining with a little more backstory
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 30, 2018
This is an entertaining, sweet and interesting story. Brandeis is a complete cad in the beginning, but he has good reason for it, and under his ugly behavior he's actually just a hurt and lonely man. Caroline is a hard working, quiet and kind woman. After treating her badly, Brandeis apologizes, then begs for her to help him with his family when he goes to his brother's wedding. She agrees and they and her brother go to the wedding. She gradually loses her heart to him as she sees how his family treats him, and even though she agrees with much of what they say, and tells him so, he starts to behave the way he should, and starts to see her as the kind and gentle person she is. He's not always the most likable person, and she's sometimes cold and unfeeling, but they grow on you as they each learn who they are.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Booksprout. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Booksprout. This is my honest and voluntary opinion of it.
August 1, 2018
This the second book in the Smithfield Market Regency Romance. Caroline, our heroine, works in a tavern having been taken in by the lady innkeeper when her middle class parents died. When her brother Peter returns from the army, he brings with him the dark and tortured, Lord Brandeis. They hatch a plan for Caroline to attend Lord Brandeis' elder brother's wedding party as a widow and as Lord Brandeis' love interest. Lord Brandeis has already shown his dark side and so I struggled to grasp why Caroline agreed to go? Caroline for the most part plays a strong character who stands by her principles. Lord Brandeis is more inscrutable and under the influence of alcohol does and says some rather nasty and horrible things. The story line is unique and definitely not formulaic. I enjoyed it but when finished I felt I needed a bit more.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 3, 2018
LADY ROSE IS DA BOMB!!!
Man, I kid you not. Lady Rose can bring the house down. This is just another example of how talented and insightful she is. She brings the Regency Era alive with all the angst and disgust the nobility can be. Talk about short sighted. This is a interesting read that can make you cry, laugh and fall in love. The characters are well developed and believable. Personalities have a vast array of individuality with qualities and traits that balance out perfectly. They each play off one another in such a sycranized way they take on a life of their own. The scenes are graphic and descriptive it paints a fantastic backdrop that really makes the storyline pop. A few twists and turns and unexpected surprises that keeps the suspense going and your attention captured by the tale. Lady Rose really knows how to bring a read life flawlessly. Fantastic job Lady Rose, thanks for sharing this awesome read with us.
Man, I kid you not. Lady Rose can bring the house down. This is just another example of how talented and insightful she is. She brings the Regency Era alive with all the angst and disgust the nobility can be. Talk about short sighted. This is a interesting read that can make you cry, laugh and fall in love. The characters are well developed and believable. Personalities have a vast array of individuality with qualities and traits that balance out perfectly. They each play off one another in such a sycranized way they take on a life of their own. The scenes are graphic and descriptive it paints a fantastic backdrop that really makes the storyline pop. A few twists and turns and unexpected surprises that keeps the suspense going and your attention captured by the tale. Lady Rose really knows how to bring a read life flawlessly. Fantastic job Lady Rose, thanks for sharing this awesome read with us.
July 31, 2018
I think a more apt title would be 'Saving Her Scoundrel' as I do not think Caroline was the one saved in this story. I enjoyed the Cinderella-esque approach taken in this tale but do wish there was a little less hair trigger reaction to believed slights and a bit more patience and trust shown on the part of Caroline's strong female character in keeping with her background and her upbringing! Being raised working around men in a tavern she has had to listen and learn to trust her instincts so why would she suddenly not when it becomes so important to her? I enjoyed the story and the happy ending and am happy Lord Brandeis became the man his parents, Peter and most importantly, Caroline knew he could be!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 31, 2018
This is the second in the Smithfield Market series and they get better each time.
Caroline has been raised by a very gentle and protective Mrs Beeson, a tavern owner. When her brother returns from the war, he brings along his friend Lord Brandeis. Her first impression of him is that of a hopeless drunk and a rake, but as she gets to know him she sees something totally different. When he asks her to accompany him to a house party celebrating his brother's marriage, she sees exactly why he acts the way he does. His father favors older brother and does nothing but verbally abuse and belittle Brandeis.
Can she help him find his true self in spite of verbal abuse from his family or will he continue to make their predictions come true? Will she lose her heart? You'll love this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Caroline has been raised by a very gentle and protective Mrs Beeson, a tavern owner. When her brother returns from the war, he brings along his friend Lord Brandeis. Her first impression of him is that of a hopeless drunk and a rake, but as she gets to know him she sees something totally different. When he asks her to accompany him to a house party celebrating his brother's marriage, she sees exactly why he acts the way he does. His father favors older brother and does nothing but verbally abuse and belittle Brandeis.
Can she help him find his true self in spite of verbal abuse from his family or will he continue to make their predictions come true? Will she lose her heart? You'll love this book.
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February 13, 2019
An
I didn't enjoy this book as much as I did the first in the series.
The book was well written but I didn't particularly like the characters. The heroine Caroline was a young lady who had faced sadness and hardship in her life, and as a consequence had developed quite a strong character, (and one could feel for her) her older brother Peter who had gone off to war and returned after a number of years with a colleague in tow, didn't appear to care too much for his sister's well being, caring more for his friendship with his colleague Lord Brandeis the second son of a Marques (the hero, although not much of one to my mind, he needed to grow up and develop a spine as far as his family was concerned). All in all I felt Caroline was put upon and not treated well, and I think the tittle should have been 'Saving the Scoundrel' which she did.
I didn't enjoy this book as much as I did the first in the series.
The book was well written but I didn't particularly like the characters. The heroine Caroline was a young lady who had faced sadness and hardship in her life, and as a consequence had developed quite a strong character, (and one could feel for her) her older brother Peter who had gone off to war and returned after a number of years with a colleague in tow, didn't appear to care too much for his sister's well being, caring more for his friendship with his colleague Lord Brandeis the second son of a Marques (the hero, although not much of one to my mind, he needed to grow up and develop a spine as far as his family was concerned). All in all I felt Caroline was put upon and not treated well, and I think the tittle should have been 'Saving the Scoundrel' which she did.
August 4, 2018
Can love change a rogue and a scoundrel ?
Brought up in a tavern she feels she would never fit into the Ton and as for that rogue....
But love may prove to be their salvation if they stop misunderstanding one another!
A well written story line and empathetic characters
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Brought up in a tavern she feels she would never fit into the Ton and as for that rogue....
But love may prove to be their salvation if they stop misunderstanding one another!
A well written story line and empathetic characters
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September 16, 2018
I loved reading this GREAT book I recieved from the author in exchange for a review. Two children a boy and a girl are orphaned when they are very young and taken to a widowed tavern owner. As they get older the boy joins the army and the young lady helps in the tavern. Suddenly her returns from war with a gentleman of nobility that is a Rogue. Must read how this turns out
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August 26, 2018
A different Regency
A young lady who was adopted by a tavern owner along with her brother. When they grew up her brother joined the army to fight Napoleon. One day when he came home on leave he brought a young Lord.
A young lady who was adopted by a tavern owner along with her brother. When they grew up her brother joined the army to fight Napoleon. One day when he came home on leave he brought a young Lord.
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May 4, 2021Why do authors of historical and regency romance novels feel the need to portray their Heros as rogues, rakes, and cads, then suddenly give them a 180-degree turnaround? As in the first novel of the series, this guy was a jerk from the beginning. He was all manners of inappropriate, completely dishonoring the friends' pact of never messing with a friend's sister.
Does this author truly expect the reader to accept both the Heroine's brother and the Hero to make such a sudden change...all from one conversation from the Heroine?! I mean...seriously?! It was way too unrealistic from the start. No one changes that fast, and then to expect the Heroine to just fall into line with whatever cockamamie plot her brother and the Hero come up with? Yikes! These two...men (for neither could be called a gentleman due to their attitudes and reputations) act more like hormonal teenage boys than two military men.
What I don't get is why every Heroine has to be wishy-washy. She started off strong and independent then she is weak as a sapling and does everyone's bidding, even though she doesn't feel right about it. Why can't the Heroine start off strong and stay strong and true to her principles and beliefs? It was detestable to see everyone in her life push her into doing what she felt was wrong from the get-go.
This book in the series only showed the POV from the Heroine so you never knew what was going on from Lord Brandeis' POV, although this reader shuddered at the very thought of learning his side of things.
Once again, there was no chemistry, no romance, no passion with the main characters. There was drama and high angst aplenty. The Heroine did not like the Hero and he, for the most part, was a terrible person from the onset. How the author ever thought this was a good idea is beyond the comprehension of this reader. This was not a romance novel. It was not even a novel. It was just a horrible story thrown together and disguised as a regency romance. 16 chapters of...well, not even drama, just angst.
I have to say, it got to be a bit overmuch with the names being constantly repeated every other sentence. Could there not have been another way to address each other than, Lord Brandeis and Miss Devonshire? It was atrocious! No, once again, I did not enjoy this author's novel.
Does this author truly expect the reader to accept both the Heroine's brother and the Hero to make such a sudden change...all from one conversation from the Heroine?! I mean...seriously?! It was way too unrealistic from the start. No one changes that fast, and then to expect the Heroine to just fall into line with whatever cockamamie plot her brother and the Hero come up with? Yikes! These two...men (for neither could be called a gentleman due to their attitudes and reputations) act more like hormonal teenage boys than two military men.
What I don't get is why every Heroine has to be wishy-washy. She started off strong and independent then she is weak as a sapling and does everyone's bidding, even though she doesn't feel right about it. Why can't the Heroine start off strong and stay strong and true to her principles and beliefs? It was detestable to see everyone in her life push her into doing what she felt was wrong from the get-go.
This book in the series only showed the POV from the Heroine so you never knew what was going on from Lord Brandeis' POV, although this reader shuddered at the very thought of learning his side of things.
Once again, there was no chemistry, no romance, no passion with the main characters. There was drama and high angst aplenty. The Heroine did not like the Hero and he, for the most part, was a terrible person from the onset. How the author ever thought this was a good idea is beyond the comprehension of this reader. This was not a romance novel. It was not even a novel. It was just a horrible story thrown together and disguised as a regency romance. 16 chapters of...well, not even drama, just angst.
I have to say, it got to be a bit overmuch with the names being constantly repeated every other sentence. Could there not have been another way to address each other than, Lord Brandeis and Miss Devonshire? It was atrocious! No, once again, I did not enjoy this author's novel.
November 21, 2019
Caroline and her brother, Peter, were orphaned when they were very young. They were taken in by Mrs Beeson. Mrs Beeson owns a tavern and raises both children. As an adult, Peter joins the Army. Caroline stays and becomes a barmaid.
When Peter comes home from the wars, he brings Lord Brandeis with him.
Lord Brandeis becomes very assertive toward Caroline. He grabs her every chance he can. He and Peter discuss all the women they have bedded while in Europe in front of Caroline. Both of them get very drunk every time they come to the tavern. And every time they return to the tavern Brandeis, is disrespectful of Caroline. She tries to rebuff him but he is always too drunk to pay attention to what she says.
When Lord Brandeis needs to make a good impression with his family, he asks Caroline to come home with him and act as a woman he is courting. She agrees to do so.
Caroline is intelligent and yet she goes along with a plan which is certain to end in disaster. Most of the time, she dithers about what she should do. For me, she was not a very warm and charming person.
I did like her when she stood up for Brandeis.
Lord Brandeis is a man who has had a hard childhood. His father dislikes him and is happy to say hateful things in front of anyone and everyone who is around. So, Brandeis becomes a drunk to prove his father right.
Neither of these people were anyone I liked very much. It made it difficult for me to really get into this story.
Mrs Beeson and Peter were two characters who I enjoyed. But, for Caroline and Brandeis, I found it difficult to care very much.
I know Ms Pearson is a talented author. It just seems to me this is not her best effort.
When Peter comes home from the wars, he brings Lord Brandeis with him.
Lord Brandeis becomes very assertive toward Caroline. He grabs her every chance he can. He and Peter discuss all the women they have bedded while in Europe in front of Caroline. Both of them get very drunk every time they come to the tavern. And every time they return to the tavern Brandeis, is disrespectful of Caroline. She tries to rebuff him but he is always too drunk to pay attention to what she says.
When Lord Brandeis needs to make a good impression with his family, he asks Caroline to come home with him and act as a woman he is courting. She agrees to do so.
Caroline is intelligent and yet she goes along with a plan which is certain to end in disaster. Most of the time, she dithers about what she should do. For me, she was not a very warm and charming person.
I did like her when she stood up for Brandeis.
Lord Brandeis is a man who has had a hard childhood. His father dislikes him and is happy to say hateful things in front of anyone and everyone who is around. So, Brandeis becomes a drunk to prove his father right.
Neither of these people were anyone I liked very much. It made it difficult for me to really get into this story.
Mrs Beeson and Peter were two characters who I enjoyed. But, for Caroline and Brandeis, I found it difficult to care very much.
I know Ms Pearson is a talented author. It just seems to me this is not her best effort.
July 31, 2018
This book is about a young girl who's parents die so gratefully she and her brother are taken in by a caring widowed tavern owner. They need to help with the workload. It's the only life she knows and is comfortable with it. Her brother goes into the army at 18 years old. Now her brother is coming home and bringing his friend, a Lord with him. The Lord is a good looking, rude, spoiled, drunk who usually gets his way. He gets out of line with Caroline. She dislikes him. The Lord has to return home for his brothers wedding. His family has always reminded him that he's a disappointment to them. Always comparing him to his brother. He finally asks Caroline if she could play the part of a widow who is dating him, getting close to engagement. She finally agrees, he buys her the appropriate wardrobe, he teaches her the proper etiquette which is easy for her from reading her books. The love story developes slowly, naturally and the transformation of the Lord is believable. You go from hating the Lord to loving his gentleness with Caroline. I loved everything about this book. It was one you don't want to put down. The flow of the book was right one. Character building was done at agreat speed. No lag noted. I highly recommend this book.
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July 31, 2018
(This review contains spoilers.)
This is probably one of my favorite Regency era romances that I've read!!
Caroline was orphaned at a young age. She and her older brother, Peter, were taken in by a widow, named Mrs. Beeson. So, Caroline grew up helping in the Tavern run by Mrs. Beeson. Her brother joins the army. And when he returns, he introduces them to his friend, Lord Brandeis. Lord Brandeis is known as a rogue or scoundrel, because of how much he drinks and treats women. We later find out the story behind Lord Brandeis' behavior. And you find yourself being drawn to him, like Caroline does. There were a few surprising twists and turns throughout! In the end, Caroline has fallen in love with him and there is a big misunderstanding, which gets straightened out. And, everyone wins in the end! This was a really good book!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is probably one of my favorite Regency era romances that I've read!!
Caroline was orphaned at a young age. She and her older brother, Peter, were taken in by a widow, named Mrs. Beeson. So, Caroline grew up helping in the Tavern run by Mrs. Beeson. Her brother joins the army. And when he returns, he introduces them to his friend, Lord Brandeis. Lord Brandeis is known as a rogue or scoundrel, because of how much he drinks and treats women. We later find out the story behind Lord Brandeis' behavior. And you find yourself being drawn to him, like Caroline does. There were a few surprising twists and turns throughout! In the end, Caroline has fallen in love with him and there is a big misunderstanding, which gets straightened out. And, everyone wins in the end! This was a really good book!!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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August 16, 2018
This was a fun regency romance with poor girl meets rich rake, assumed names, splendid balls, incorrect assumptions and in the end, a happily ever after.
I found the characters to be very engaging, especially Caroline and Mrs. Beeson. Their relationship seemed real as well as comforting. Peter, the brother, showed growth and care when he started out as rather selfish and a bit too much led by the hero.
The hero, Lord Brandies, started out as sufficiently rakish and was able to realize his love for Caroline and grow into the man he needed to be.
Technically, the book was very well written for this genre. I did not find modern language or idioms (which pull me out of the book), proper language for the time period, and not ONE use of that dreadful word, "smirk".
This is a clean, refreshing, lovely novel. I'm looking forward to the next story!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I found the characters to be very engaging, especially Caroline and Mrs. Beeson. Their relationship seemed real as well as comforting. Peter, the brother, showed growth and care when he started out as rather selfish and a bit too much led by the hero.
The hero, Lord Brandies, started out as sufficiently rakish and was able to realize his love for Caroline and grow into the man he needed to be.
Technically, the book was very well written for this genre. I did not find modern language or idioms (which pull me out of the book), proper language for the time period, and not ONE use of that dreadful word, "smirk".
This is a clean, refreshing, lovely novel. I'm looking forward to the next story!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
May 28, 2023
Rose Pearson has written another delightful book. This one tells the story of Caroline and how she navigates her life through working in a tavern. Orphaned at a young age with an older brother who heads off in service, she helps a widow who had taken them in when their parents died. The widow is nice and living and takes great care oh her. When Caroline’s brother returns from war, he brings in a friend. This friend turns out to be of noble blood, Lond Timothy Brandeis. Brandeis is a scoundrel, and has a difficult relationship with his family. He convinces Caroline to pretend to be a lady and go with him to visit his family for his brother’s wedding. Good storyline with some turns unexpected. Recommended reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 31, 2018
Caroline is an orphan taken in by Mrs. Beeson when she was a child along with her brother Peter, he joined the army when he was 18 but Caroline remained with Mrs. Beeson and helped out in the Tavern this kind lady owns. Peter returns on leave along with his friend Lord Brandis, in the course of time Caroline agrees to help Brandis by attending his brother's wedding. Part of the deception see's Caroline pretending to be a young widow named Baroness Winter to help control Brandis's temper with his family. There are times he acts like a spoiled little boy demanding everything he wants and not taking no for answer, but other times you can see the hurt in his eyes because of his family's treatment. Can Caroline and Brandis find away to give each other what they need.
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
July 29, 2018
The story revolves around Caroline who lives and works at a tavern in the Smithfield Market area of London and Lord Brandeis, the second son of the Marques of Fareshire. Brandeis persuades her to attend a required family function, poising as the widow of a baron, to help as a buffer with his family. There is a lot of conflict and no love lost with his family which is evident from the first meeting and all thru the story. Caroline is the only person who has ever stood up to his family and admonished them for their treatment of their son in front of other members of the ton. As with all romance stories there is a HEA but it takes awhile for this to come about and even then, there is a major misunderstanding. This is a good read and I would recommend it for a fairly quick read.
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