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Emerson #2
Always True to Her
From the author of the Kellington series of Regency romances, comes the second book in the Emerson saga.
Lord James Emerson has returned to England intent on regaining the land that was stolen from him in America. He has come, with his daughter in tow, to confront the family of the man who cheated him out of his life's savings. But he did not expect to meet the woman who steals his heart.
Miss Irene Wallace is certain her brother could not have acted so dishonorably. Yet it is hard to believe the man who loves his daughter so much is lying. She decides to work with Lord James to resolve the issue in the interest of justice. But instead, she finds herself falling in love with her brother's enemy.
ALWAYS TRUE TO HER is a passionate Regency romance about the bonds of love and family.
ADVISORY: This book is, technically, historical romance. But it's very light on history. Very light. Very VERY light. If you're looking for a history lesson, you won't like this book. It is, however, heavy on passion. It contains explicit language and sex scenes. If you like a clean romance or one with just a hint of passion, this is not the book for you.
Lord James Emerson has returned to England intent on regaining the land that was stolen from him in America. He has come, with his daughter in tow, to confront the family of the man who cheated him out of his life's savings. But he did not expect to meet the woman who steals his heart.
Miss Irene Wallace is certain her brother could not have acted so dishonorably. Yet it is hard to believe the man who loves his daughter so much is lying. She decides to work with Lord James to resolve the issue in the interest of justice. But instead, she finds herself falling in love with her brother's enemy.
ALWAYS TRUE TO HER is a passionate Regency romance about the bonds of love and family.
ADVISORY: This book is, technically, historical romance. But it's very light on history. Very light. Very VERY light. If you're looking for a history lesson, you won't like this book. It is, however, heavy on passion. It contains explicit language and sex scenes. If you like a clean romance or one with just a hint of passion, this is not the book for you.
283 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 22, 2014
207 people are currently reading
340 people want to read
About the author
Maureen Driscoll
29 books192 followersMaureen Driscoll is an Emmy-nominated writer/producer in Hollywood, whose writing credits include "MADtv," "Jimmy Kimmel Live," and Nickelodeon's "BrainSurge."
Maureen's latest project is a serialized novel, Fracked, available on Amazon's Vella platform. The paranormal romance is about what happens when fracking opens up a portal to hell and the only people able to save the Earth are the residents of an over-55 community.
She has two Regency romance series about the Kellington and Emerson families, and a series set in the early Victoria era about the residents of Jasmine Cottage. She is also the author of the Remington Mansion time-travel/cozy mystery trilogy and a contemporary romance series about the wealthy Carmichael family in Los Angeles.
She loves hearing from her readers at Maureen Driscoll Author on Facebook, as well as on Twitter @MaureenDriscoll. Her blog, MaureenDriscollRomance.Wordpress.com, is top secret because she never ever updates it.
She is very grateful to Mayhem Cover Creations for the book covers.
Maureen's latest project is a serialized novel, Fracked, available on Amazon's Vella platform. The paranormal romance is about what happens when fracking opens up a portal to hell and the only people able to save the Earth are the residents of an over-55 community.
She has two Regency romance series about the Kellington and Emerson families, and a series set in the early Victoria era about the residents of Jasmine Cottage. She is also the author of the Remington Mansion time-travel/cozy mystery trilogy and a contemporary romance series about the wealthy Carmichael family in Los Angeles.
She loves hearing from her readers at Maureen Driscoll Author on Facebook, as well as on Twitter @MaureenDriscoll. Her blog, MaureenDriscollRomance.Wordpress.com, is top secret because she never ever updates it.
She is very grateful to Mayhem Cover Creations for the book covers.
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January 1, 2015
Unrealistic and a stretch for belief
Nice protagonists, but the entire premise about this novel seems a bit hard to stretch even MY ability to believe in it. A man returns to Britain to appeal to British courts about property issues on the American "frontier" of Buck's county, Pennsylvania? And, a young society miss of the era charges off with the guy to travel with him on the basis of a 24hour acquaintance and the way his openly illegitimate daughter leans her head on her father's shoulder. 24 hours later, the family of 4 in an 8 bedroom house conspires to have them sleep in the same bedroom/bed? 1823? Sorry, strains my belief. I like the protagonists but I could not suspend my disbelief.
Nice protagonists, but the entire premise about this novel seems a bit hard to stretch even MY ability to believe in it. A man returns to Britain to appeal to British courts about property issues on the American "frontier" of Buck's county, Pennsylvania? And, a young society miss of the era charges off with the guy to travel with him on the basis of a 24hour acquaintance and the way his openly illegitimate daughter leans her head on her father's shoulder. 24 hours later, the family of 4 in an 8 bedroom house conspires to have them sleep in the same bedroom/bed? 1823? Sorry, strains my belief. I like the protagonists but I could not suspend my disbelief.
April 1, 2016
glad to be finished
Usually I'm disappointed when a book ends. With this book, I'm surprised that I was able to finish it. I liked the hero and heroine. He was rugged, honorable and a good father. She had character. The plot would have made a good novella but was stretched too thin for a novel. The introduction and back story of the hero's family was clumsy. Some of the scenes were either too cute or unbelievable (only one bed offered to a couple not in a relationship isn't even done today). The cliff hanger at the end was not appreciated.
Usually I'm disappointed when a book ends. With this book, I'm surprised that I was able to finish it. I liked the hero and heroine. He was rugged, honorable and a good father. She had character. The plot would have made a good novella but was stretched too thin for a novel. The introduction and back story of the hero's family was clumsy. Some of the scenes were either too cute or unbelievable (only one bed offered to a couple not in a relationship isn't even done today). The cliff hanger at the end was not appreciated.
March 31, 2016
Unbelievable
Unlikely plot, unlikely heroine, baddie too bad, goodies too upright. Didn't, find it realistically historical. I am not impressed, please do more research if you wish to write historic novels.
Unlikely plot, unlikely heroine, baddie too bad, goodies too upright. Didn't, find it realistically historical. I am not impressed, please do more research if you wish to write historic novels.
October 20, 2014
3.5 Stars.
I enjoy Maureen Driscoll's books. They're a light read and I love how the characters interact with each other.
I enjoy Maureen Driscoll's books. They're a light read and I love how the characters interact with each other.
January 3, 2020
These impoverished by wastrel of father & grandfather the second son seeks his fortune in America. Swindled by the man he trusted he returns home trying to reclaim what is his.
Much hardship in this adventure but this generation of Emersons learn the value love & family.
Much hardship in this adventure but this generation of Emersons learn the value love & family.
April 8, 2016
Well there is a disclaimer
Although the disclaimer mentions sexual content and historical inaccuracy, I didn't enjoy other parts of this story.
While the dialogue is great, the hero offends easily and loves his child beyond belief. Most situations seemed contrived to make him an underdog that champions his way above others and it became irritating. The heroine goes completely against character for reasons that didn't seem enough to me. Maybe it was supposed to show passion but I didn't believe it. Other reviewers agree. At least there is a happy ending--wait it is a cliffhanger!
Although the disclaimer mentions sexual content and historical inaccuracy, I didn't enjoy other parts of this story.
While the dialogue is great, the hero offends easily and loves his child beyond belief. Most situations seemed contrived to make him an underdog that champions his way above others and it became irritating. The heroine goes completely against character for reasons that didn't seem enough to me. Maybe it was supposed to show passion but I didn't believe it. Other reviewers agree. At least there is a happy ending--wait it is a cliffhanger!
September 11, 2021
A great continuation of the Emerson series, this time we get to see the mysterious James, who has returned to England after getting royally screwed over in America and meeting the six year old daughter he'd never known about. This novel explores James's budding relationship with his daughter Anna at the same time he begins a relationship with the caring Irene. The characters are great, the conflict isn't manufactured, and there are no easy outs in the story. Some people have complained about the cliffhanger, but it affects a different character in the family, so it's really more of a tie-in to the next book. You'll read the next book because you want to, not because you have to.
August 31, 2014
I enjoyed the story and characters of this book. Ms. Driscoll has a way of bringing you into a family that you never want to leave. She did with the Kellington's and now she is doing it with the Emerson's. James and Irene are a great couple and little Anna just steals your heart. I enjoyed the plot and character development.
I am really looking forward to Win's story.
I am really looking forward to Win's story.
September 12, 2014
I loved this book. Wasn't happy with the ending. And the way Irene was treated by her family. Can the Emerson's please come into some money? This wonderful family deserves a reversal of fortune. I bet the Kellingtons would help!
November 13, 2014
Loved James and little Anna. Glad to have the rest of the Emerson clan involved with the story. Next book about Win should be a real heart breaker.
November 14, 2014
I really enjoyed this story! The ending was a literal jaw dropper for me. I am anxious for the next book!
January 23, 2015
Maureen Driscoll nailed it again! On to book #3 of the Emersons!
January 24, 2015
Wasn't expecting the ending when it came, but enjoyed the entire story of James, Irene and Anna.
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September 8, 2017
Always true to her
This book was well written and had many unexpected surprises. It does end on a cliffhanger but at least the description of the book warned the reader that it would. I do not usually like that but I have enjoyed the Emerson series very much so I plan to read as many as possible. This one is about James, the Emerson who went to America to make his fortune. Unfortunately he got swindled out of his land instead, found out he had fathered a half Indian child and acquired the child at her mother's death. He returns home to attempt to get his land back (because it was another English peer who swindled him) and winds up engaged to the swindler's sister. Oh my! An enjoyable story.
This book was well written and had many unexpected surprises. It does end on a cliffhanger but at least the description of the book warned the reader that it would. I do not usually like that but I have enjoyed the Emerson series very much so I plan to read as many as possible. This one is about James, the Emerson who went to America to make his fortune. Unfortunately he got swindled out of his land instead, found out he had fathered a half Indian child and acquired the child at her mother's death. He returns home to attempt to get his land back (because it was another English peer who swindled him) and winds up engaged to the swindler's sister. Oh my! An enjoyable story.
December 2, 2022
Not a heroine in trouble but the hero
I quite like these stories end with boy getting girl without the usual evil kidnapping, murder, or villain with a knife at her throat. I don't mind the almost cliff hangers but they are just that almost cliff hangers.
For example, Nick gets Irene ,but not the perfect ending however isn't that closer to real life where your best friend finally meets the guy who treats her like gold but has a job that makes him work God awful hours. Adjustments must be made but the happiness buffers the pain or those adjustments.
I highly recommend this series and give 4 stars because it didn't overwhelm me with laughter nor tears, butis something I can recommend a sick friend or for a sweatshirt read on a commute.
I quite like these stories end with boy getting girl without the usual evil kidnapping, murder, or villain with a knife at her throat. I don't mind the almost cliff hangers but they are just that almost cliff hangers.
For example, Nick gets Irene ,but not the perfect ending however isn't that closer to real life where your best friend finally meets the guy who treats her like gold but has a job that makes him work God awful hours. Adjustments must be made but the happiness buffers the pain or those adjustments.
I highly recommend this series and give 4 stars because it didn't overwhelm me with laughter nor tears, butis something I can recommend a sick friend or for a sweatshirt read on a commute.
October 25, 2021
Her sexy Frontiersman
I loved James and Irenes story. James left for America 8 yrs ago to find his way but ended up with a 6 yr old daughter he didn’t know he had and his lands stolen from him. He arrives back in England to get his land back from someone he thought was a friend,
Irene has never been loved by her family but when she overs hears that her brother Cedric supposedly stolen Lord James land in America she can’t believe it. She contacts James so they can find out the truth. A beautifully written story with the loved of his daughter between them and the growing love for each other. Can they get to the truth before others get in there way.
I loved James and Irenes story. James left for America 8 yrs ago to find his way but ended up with a 6 yr old daughter he didn’t know he had and his lands stolen from him. He arrives back in England to get his land back from someone he thought was a friend,
Irene has never been loved by her family but when she overs hears that her brother Cedric supposedly stolen Lord James land in America she can’t believe it. She contacts James so they can find out the truth. A beautifully written story with the loved of his daughter between them and the growing love for each other. Can they get to the truth before others get in there way.
March 2, 2021
I had difficulty putting this book down. It was most enjoyable -- but I'm not sure that I am fond of the teasers as the end of Book #1 and Book #2 of this particular series. Since it is obvious that Driscoll writes her series in the order of marrying off those in the family that the reader has so enjoyed, the unfinished business about these two endings which lead to the next book seems a bit jarring in this series instead of tantalizing. I liked the first and third series because it seemed like the endings wrapped up the plots and left the reader satisfied.
March 25, 2018
Always True to Her (Emerson Book 2)
The love story of James and Irene. Lord James and his daughter, Anna, return to London to reclaim his land but when he get there he must fight Irene's family for it. Irene want to prove to James that he is wrong and that it was a misunderstanding on his part. Will Irene be right or will James get his land back or will they find love? Heat story. The warning the author given in the opening is not worth it.
The love story of James and Irene. Lord James and his daughter, Anna, return to London to reclaim his land but when he get there he must fight Irene's family for it. Irene want to prove to James that he is wrong and that it was a misunderstanding on his part. Will Irene be right or will James get his land back or will they find love? Heat story. The warning the author given in the opening is not worth it.
June 2, 2019
Another enjoyable story in this series, I though the first one ended a little weakly, but it now seem clear that each book furthers the story of all the characters. I enjoy the humour in theses books, and the author does a really good job of conveying the emotions in a moment, so that the reader finds themselves sharing in the character's experience. I look forward to seeing the story continue in the next book.
November 12, 2020
Loved it
Book 3 in this series brings James Emerson home after 8 years in America. Therein lies a lovely story of a two people and their love for one little girl and their struggle to make a life together. As always these people have strong personalities, high standards of honor, and the chemistry between them and their warm extended family is lovely. Sharp dialogue & humor throughout.
Book 3 in this series brings James Emerson home after 8 years in America. Therein lies a lovely story of a two people and their love for one little girl and their struggle to make a life together. As always these people have strong personalities, high standards of honor, and the chemistry between them and their warm extended family is lovely. Sharp dialogue & humor throughout.
November 4, 2018
James from America at last
Colin kept wishing for his brother James to return from America. When he does, he brings a small daughter who is half native American and is trying to reclaim American land stolen from him. What he actually ends up claiming is the woman he has come to love, who just happens to be the sister of the thief who stole his property.
Colin kept wishing for his brother James to return from America. When he does, he brings a small daughter who is half native American and is trying to reclaim American land stolen from him. What he actually ends up claiming is the woman he has come to love, who just happens to be the sister of the thief who stole his property.
May 15, 2025
Lord James Emerson has struggled and survived the wilds of America only to be swindled out of his land by a fellow Englishman. When he is forced back to England to find a witness that can prove his rightful ownership of the stolen property, he finds his true home and a future he never believed could be his. This intriguing story was fast paced with a surprising ending. Enjoy the journey!!!!
October 23, 2017
Review Always True to Her
Another great love story that I also recommend to everyone who likes to read books about love and happiness in this time frame, now I’m ready to continue reading more about the Emerson Family, thank you again to such a great writer!
Another great love story that I also recommend to everyone who likes to read books about love and happiness in this time frame, now I’m ready to continue reading more about the Emerson Family, thank you again to such a great writer!
February 13, 2018
Not the outcome you'd like, but is is a HEA!
Another good story in this series. There is no suspense or doubt that this couple will wind up married, but the journey is well worth reading!
Another good story in this series. There is no suspense or doubt that this couple will wind up married, but the journey is well worth reading!
January 3, 2020
Superb plot. Very entertaining. Wry sense of humour. A little different than the usual historic romance novels, and better for it. Maureen Driscoll is a truly talented author, who serves up something individual and not just a romance set to the usual formula.
November 29, 2020
Good read!
Though I ABSOLUTELY HATE a cliffhanger, I'll give this one a pass since I enjoyed James and Iran's love story so much. I will definitely be following along reading the next installments on the lives and loves of the Emerson's!
Though I ABSOLUTELY HATE a cliffhanger, I'll give this one a pass since I enjoyed James and Iran's love story so much. I will definitely be following along reading the next installments on the lives and loves of the Emerson's!
October 27, 2021
James and Irene
A dispute over a land title brings James to Irene's fathers house. Her brother, Cedric stole his land but her family covered it up. But you can't help who you fall in love with.
A dispute over a land title brings James to Irene's fathers house. Her brother, Cedric stole his land but her family covered it up. But you can't help who you fall in love with.
May 21, 2022
Well written
Enjoyed this book much. Looking forward to continuing the series. Not one to reveal anything about any books I have read this one as an ending that makes you want to continue.
Enjoyed this book much. Looking forward to continuing the series. Not one to reveal anything about any books I have read this one as an ending that makes you want to continue.
June 19, 2025
A series by an author I enjoy. This book was okay...probably more of a 3.5. Poor noblepersons falling in love and never improving their lot, proving that love conquers all. And I'll keep reading, LOL, while hoping for the best.
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