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Fairfax Twins #3
The Importance of Being Eunice
A duke, a spinster, a faux engagement; what could possibly go wrong?
For four seasons Lady Eunice was quite content with the mantle of wallflower. Bespectacled, frumpy, and put-upon by her overbearing mother, all she really wished to do was vanish from London once she came of age to inherit her fortune.
The sudden reappearance of her childhood sweetheart, the dashing Theodore Belhurst, soon changes her mind, and Lady Eunice decides that she does wish to wed after all.
But how does a girl so unremarkable, she's often referred to as "Lady Who?" attract the attention of society's favoured son? Why, she enlists the help of a duke, of course! A faux engagement to the arrogant, abrasive, and sinfully handsome Duke of Belmont is certain to make Theodore notice her.
Never mind that she had to bribe the man into agreeing to her proposal, nor the fact that she cannot stand his haughty ways, as long as he helps her win Theodore's heart, Eunice decides she can stomach pretending to be his betrothed for as long as is needed. But when she begins to see beneath the duke's hard exterior, to the wounded man beneath, Eunice begins to wonder if she's actually chasing the wrong man...
Aubyn Euripides Charles Cantwell, Sixth Duke of Belmont, was not looking to enter into a faux engagement, but when a meddling spinster suggests such a thing and threatens his operation as a spy for the Crown, he finds himself in just such a situation.
Despite his initial reluctance for the hare-brained scheme, Aubyn soon finds himself enchanted by the kind and brave Lady Eunice. A turbulent childhood had left him scarred, and uncertain that he could ever marry, but as Eunice delights in revealing his soft side, Aubyn wonders if perhaps she might be the woman to set him free from his dark past.
As the weeks pass and Eunice grows ever closer to snaring the charming but irresponsible Theodore, Aubyn realises that he must act quickly to ensure he does not lose his faux fiancée.
This sweet, laugh-out-loud, Regency Romance is the third book in The Fairfax Twins Series but can be read as a standalone novel. If you adore romances with humour, wit, and a super sweet ending, you're sure to love this great read!
For four seasons Lady Eunice was quite content with the mantle of wallflower. Bespectacled, frumpy, and put-upon by her overbearing mother, all she really wished to do was vanish from London once she came of age to inherit her fortune.
The sudden reappearance of her childhood sweetheart, the dashing Theodore Belhurst, soon changes her mind, and Lady Eunice decides that she does wish to wed after all.
But how does a girl so unremarkable, she's often referred to as "Lady Who?" attract the attention of society's favoured son? Why, she enlists the help of a duke, of course! A faux engagement to the arrogant, abrasive, and sinfully handsome Duke of Belmont is certain to make Theodore notice her.
Never mind that she had to bribe the man into agreeing to her proposal, nor the fact that she cannot stand his haughty ways, as long as he helps her win Theodore's heart, Eunice decides she can stomach pretending to be his betrothed for as long as is needed. But when she begins to see beneath the duke's hard exterior, to the wounded man beneath, Eunice begins to wonder if she's actually chasing the wrong man...
Aubyn Euripides Charles Cantwell, Sixth Duke of Belmont, was not looking to enter into a faux engagement, but when a meddling spinster suggests such a thing and threatens his operation as a spy for the Crown, he finds himself in just such a situation.
Despite his initial reluctance for the hare-brained scheme, Aubyn soon finds himself enchanted by the kind and brave Lady Eunice. A turbulent childhood had left him scarred, and uncertain that he could ever marry, but as Eunice delights in revealing his soft side, Aubyn wonders if perhaps she might be the woman to set him free from his dark past.
As the weeks pass and Eunice grows ever closer to snaring the charming but irresponsible Theodore, Aubyn realises that he must act quickly to ensure he does not lose his faux fiancée.
This sweet, laugh-out-loud, Regency Romance is the third book in The Fairfax Twins Series but can be read as a standalone novel. If you adore romances with humour, wit, and a super sweet ending, you're sure to love this great read!
165 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 26, 2019
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About the author
Claudia Stone
34 books142 followersClaudia Stone was born in South Africa but moved to Plymouth as a young girl. Having trained as an actress at RADA, she moved to New York to pursue her dream of acting on Broadway in 1988. She never did see her name in lights, but she did meet a wonderful Irishman called Conal who whisked her away to the wilds of Kerry, where she has lived ever since.
Claudia and Conal have three children, a dairy farm and a boisterous, black lab called Buddy. When she has any time left over, Claudia enjoys reading Regency as well as writing it.
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Claudia and Conal have three children, a dairy farm and a boisterous, black lab called Buddy. When she has any time left over, Claudia enjoys reading Regency as well as writing it.
You can also connect with Claudia on Facebook:
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August 19, 2020
Such a cute and heart warming story.
This is a really sweet story so get your sweet tooth ready. It just gives you all the warm good feelings. 5 heartwarming stars!!
This is a really sweet story so get your sweet tooth ready. It just gives you all the warm good feelings. 5 heartwarming stars!!
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March 25, 2021No rating as I quit after chapter 3. I’m just not interested in romance that features a hero who’s “in between mistresses” and is mean and condescending to boot. Just in one chapter he thinks about beautiful his mistresses have been and declares that now one would believe that he’s courting plain old Eunice. Poor her. She’s so lovely and really deserves better.
December 12, 2019
What a sweet little regency romance!
Story: For four seasons Lady Eunice was quite content with the mantle of wallflower. Bespectacled and put-upon by her overbearing mother, all she really wished to do was vanish from London once she came of age to inherit her fortune. The sudden reappearance of her childhood sweetheart, the dashing Theodore Belhurst, soon changes her mind, and Lady Eunice decides that she does wish to wed after all. But how does a girl so unremarkable, she's often referred to as "Lady Who?" attract the attention of society's favoured son? Why, she enlists the help of a duke, of course! A faux engagement to the arrogant, abrasive, and sinfully handsome Duke of Belmont is certain to make Theodore notice her.
This goes against my normal reading material, as it’s free of any or all sexy or even suggestive scenes. The height of it all is some kissing at the end. Still I’m taken with this book as it’s well written and has some lovely characters. I found myself reading it in only two days! It’s the third book in a series, but can be read without any knowledge of the first two! But I will start on them now.
Just one complaint: the use of ‘Lud’ and ‘Gemini’ as swear words is atrocious. Make it stop.
Story: For four seasons Lady Eunice was quite content with the mantle of wallflower. Bespectacled and put-upon by her overbearing mother, all she really wished to do was vanish from London once she came of age to inherit her fortune. The sudden reappearance of her childhood sweetheart, the dashing Theodore Belhurst, soon changes her mind, and Lady Eunice decides that she does wish to wed after all. But how does a girl so unremarkable, she's often referred to as "Lady Who?" attract the attention of society's favoured son? Why, she enlists the help of a duke, of course! A faux engagement to the arrogant, abrasive, and sinfully handsome Duke of Belmont is certain to make Theodore notice her.
This goes against my normal reading material, as it’s free of any or all sexy or even suggestive scenes. The height of it all is some kissing at the end. Still I’m taken with this book as it’s well written and has some lovely characters. I found myself reading it in only two days! It’s the third book in a series, but can be read without any knowledge of the first two! But I will start on them now.
Just one complaint: the use of ‘Lud’ and ‘Gemini’ as swear words is atrocious. Make it stop.
April 19, 2020
Deligtful
Lovely Eunice only needed a nudge from the right person to come out from her self-imposed shell. She was able to see what the right clothes would one up a new perspective. It didn't hurt that a handsome duke started circling around her, piquing the attention of all the young bucks who were easily led to the latest excitement. I loved the parrot's appearance as a gift. Thank you, Claudia Stone, another lovely story.
Lovely Eunice only needed a nudge from the right person to come out from her self-imposed shell. She was able to see what the right clothes would one up a new perspective. It didn't hurt that a handsome duke started circling around her, piquing the attention of all the young bucks who were easily led to the latest excitement. I loved the parrot's appearance as a gift. Thank you, Claudia Stone, another lovely story.
August 28, 2020
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request, and have voluntarily left this review. This tale is a lot fun. A chance meeting brings Lady Eunice and Duke of Belmont together and deal is made between them. Lady Eunice will not mention the Duke's snooping and the Duke will help Eunice gets the man she wants to marry. Misunderstanding and awkward moments create some touching, but usually humours moments. With well written characters and great narration, you'll keep listening to this very enjoyable tale until the very end.
August 18, 2020
This was a lovely romance. The H/h were very lkeable, the story was fun and the hea well deserved. Eunice is a smart carrying young lady who donated her time to charity and is nice to others even those who may not deserve it. Aubyn is the strong standup guy every woman wants in her life.
I have not read or listened to the first 2 books in this series nor did I feel I needed to. However, I enjoyed the book so much I want to go back and read/listen to them now.
I recommend this book to anyone looking for a sweet clean historical romance.
Wow now that is how a dual narration should be done! They both did a wonderful job and kept the story alive! I will be listening to more by these two.
I have not read or listened to the first 2 books in this series nor did I feel I needed to. However, I enjoyed the book so much I want to go back and read/listen to them now.
I recommend this book to anyone looking for a sweet clean historical romance.
Wow now that is how a dual narration should be done! They both did a wonderful job and kept the story alive! I will be listening to more by these two.
August 12, 2020
Enjoyable read
I have thoughley enjoyed this book the two main chapters are wonderful together it definitely works as an interesting theme for the story I do wish the epilogue was longer I've given it five stars because I've read it few times in my book that's excellent
I have thoughley enjoyed this book the two main chapters are wonderful together it definitely works as an interesting theme for the story I do wish the epilogue was longer I've given it five stars because I've read it few times in my book that's excellent
August 11, 2019
Renowned wallflower Lady Eunice had just decided she was quite content to live out her days as a spinster when her childhood love, Theodore, makes a sudden reappearance. Seeking to attract the young buck's attentions, Eunice enlists the help of the formidable Duke of Belmont in making her appear desirable. Never mind that she had to bribe the man into agreeing to her proposal, nor the fact that she cannot stand his haughty ways, as long as he helps her win Theodore's heart, she decides she can stomach pretending to be his betrothed for as long as is needed.
Aubyn Euripides Charles Cantwell, Sixth Duke of Belmont, was not looking to enter into a faux engagement, but when a meddling spinster suggests such a thing and threatens his operation as a spy for the Crown, he finds himself in just such a situation. Despite his initial reluctance for the hare-brained scheme, Aubyn soon finds himself enchanted by the kind and brave Lady Eunice.
As the weeks pass and Eunice grows ever closer to snaring the charming but irresponsible Theodore, Aubyn realises that he is actually in love with his faux fiancée.
Can Aubyn convince Eunice that he is the man she should marry? Read this wonderful, clean Regency Romance to find out!
June 29, 2019
Book three of the Fairfax Twins series a well written story. What a Mother Eunice had she was vain, belittled people, she had nothing nice to say about people and disliked Eunice from the day she was born. Which gave Eunice a complex of not knowing if she could trust what others said. She wants to catch the eye of a childhood friend and asks Aubyn Euripides Charles Cantwell, Sixth Duke of Belmont to help her. But she does not realize what Theodore is really like. Aubyn and Eunice also do not realize they are falling in love. Who will Eunice choose, was the question I wanted answered. I enjoyed reading this book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
June 27, 2019
I'm so excited to share my newest book with you, which on the surface is a very typical fake fiance Regency Read.
Appearances aren't everything however, as you'll find out in this tale! Lady Eunice has spent her life being bullied by her domineering mother, but despite this is still a kind hearted young lady. When her childhood love reappears on the scene, Eunice decides to try and capture his attention, with a little help from the Duke of Belmont.
As the mismatched pair spend more and more time together, it becomes clear that there is a spark between them. Will Eunice realise that the man before her is far worthier than the man she has dreamed about before it's too late?
Appearances aren't everything however, as you'll find out in this tale! Lady Eunice has spent her life being bullied by her domineering mother, but despite this is still a kind hearted young lady. When her childhood love reappears on the scene, Eunice decides to try and capture his attention, with a little help from the Duke of Belmont.
As the mismatched pair spend more and more time together, it becomes clear that there is a spark between them. Will Eunice realise that the man before her is far worthier than the man she has dreamed about before it's too late?
June 28, 2019
Lady Eunice and Aubyn, the Duke of Belmont form a fake engagement to make the man she really wants to marry jealous and to keep the title hungry debutantes after the duke at bay. But the more time they spend together, the more their feelings become involved. I felt for Eunice being told she wasn't pretty enough. I also connected to her because I love to read and wear glasses too. Aubyn didn't want to marry because he is afraid of being violent with his wife and children like his father was. He had to let go of these fears to find true happiness. There were plenty of funny moments in this romance.
December 3, 2019
Eunice has always thought that she was ugly because she was tall and stout and had a rather large nose. She was definitely not the beauty that her mother was. That was something that her mother never stopped criticizing her about. Her mother dressed her in clothes that would look great on her mother but tended to make her look fat and shallow. Aubyn is a Duke who had a very trying childhood with a father who was particularly cruel. Believing that he is just like his father he refuses to marry. These two make a pact to help each other through the season. They agree to a fake engagement. But then things get interesting.
September 23, 2019
Usual story line, writing and character development could have made it better
It was the usual story line of a wall flower that meets a duke and a fake engagement. Such stories are however elevated by interesting characters and if the chemistry and relationship developing between the two protagonists is done right. This book however gets nowhere close to that. The characters and those back stories are interesting enough but the issues that come from them are never resolved. The book end rather suddenly without resolving any issues. Disappointing.
It was the usual story line of a wall flower that meets a duke and a fake engagement. Such stories are however elevated by interesting characters and if the chemistry and relationship developing between the two protagonists is done right. This book however gets nowhere close to that. The characters and those back stories are interesting enough but the issues that come from them are never resolved. The book end rather suddenly without resolving any issues. Disappointing.
June 27, 2019
Lady Eunice finally has her second chance at love with her Theodore, so she bribes the Duke of Belmont to help her. Wonderful characters and sweet romance in a Regency setting make this a wonderful story. Will Lady Eunice marry?
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.
January 30, 2020
The Importance of Being Eunice
Great, great story. Eunice was infatuated with her childhood friend, Theo. She wanted him to notice her at the balls and different events. Aubyn was a Duke and Eunice made n agreement with him to pose as her fiancé’ so Theo might become interested. It gets complicated but a really great story. You will enjoy this
Great, great story. Eunice was infatuated with her childhood friend, Theo. She wanted him to notice her at the balls and different events. Aubyn was a Duke and Eunice made n agreement with him to pose as her fiancé’ so Theo might become interested. It gets complicated but a really great story. You will enjoy this
July 29, 2019
The Importance of Being Eunice
The 3rd book in this series was just as interesting and fun as the first 2. Is was definitely worth the money and the time to read it. Enjoyed it immensely.
The 3rd book in this series was just as interesting and fun as the first 2. Is was definitely worth the money and the time to read it. Enjoyed it immensely.
August 3, 2019
How very exceptional
I was so enthralled with this book the I put it down so I could sleep at 2 am and awoke at 4 am to finish! What a great book and story line. The characters and their development were very strong and smooth. It all made sense.
I was so enthralled with this book the I put it down so I could sleep at 2 am and awoke at 4 am to finish! What a great book and story line. The characters and their development were very strong and smooth. It all made sense.
August 25, 2019
Fun but not accurate
The story was fun but there was so much modern day vernacular and ideas that it was jarring. It’s 2.9. But I liked the story. It just didn’t feel close to the time period.
The story was fun but there was so much modern day vernacular and ideas that it was jarring. It’s 2.9. But I liked the story. It just didn’t feel close to the time period.
November 11, 2019
Nice read
Again I enjoyed her last book. It was a sweet romance with a happy ending. Although Eunice should have seen through Theo a lot earlier. I would have liked the situation about the ex actress mistress to have been clearer and explain.
Again I enjoyed her last book. It was a sweet romance with a happy ending. Although Eunice should have seen through Theo a lot earlier. I would have liked the situation about the ex actress mistress to have been clearer and explain.
January 11, 2020
Rather quick read. Decent length. Not too long
Sweet and relatable characters who discover themselves more and more as the story progresses.
Interesting plotline (fake engagement).
Can only recommend. Nothing in there that put me off.
Sweet and relatable characters who discover themselves more and more as the story progresses.
Interesting plotline (fake engagement).
Can only recommend. Nothing in there that put me off.
January 25, 2020
Sweet
Eunice isn't a great beauty, to her mother's dismay. She has four failed seasons. And then she attracts the attention of two men. She has to figure out which one she truly loved and is loved by in return. It's a sweet clean story.
Eunice isn't a great beauty, to her mother's dismay. She has four failed seasons. And then she attracts the attention of two men. She has to figure out which one she truly loved and is loved by in return. It's a sweet clean story.
June 30, 2019
Ok
Though the H, and the h tried to muck things up by being self destructively stupid, in the end all was not lost.
Though the H, and the h tried to muck things up by being self destructively stupid, in the end all was not lost.
July 11, 2019
Romance
Thank you for sharing these wonderful romance novels series books. Please keep writing more of these wonderful books. Thank you
Thank you for sharing these wonderful romance novels series books. Please keep writing more of these wonderful books. Thank you
August 20, 2019
Wonderful book!!!!
This was truly a delightful story. I loved all the twists and turns with True love winning at the end. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
This was truly a delightful story. I loved all the twists and turns with True love winning at the end. I highly recommend this book and the entire series.
September 18, 2019
Eunice is just the sweetest person and Aubyn was surprisingly as well. He obviously hid it under haughtiness and broodiness. Even better they were both so amusing, highly recommend this book.
November 11, 2019
Love and marrige
Enjoyed the book the people came alive I the story hard to put it down , thank you for the story
Enjoyed the book the people came alive I the story hard to put it down , thank you for the story
July 20, 2023
Eunice doesn't seem to have anything to do with the Fairfax twins. However, the story is a jolly bit of froth and delight. Eunice has a maid who sees the dark side of everything. However, Eunice doesn't want to be the cause of the poor girl's unemployment, so she trudges on with this dour-hired hand. This makes for a comedic balance between upbeat Eunice and downbeat Sarah.
When Lady Eunice catches the Duke of Belmont in an awkward situation, he asks how he might bribe her to maintain her silence. She wants to learn how to be desirable. As the Duke of Belmont is a quasi-spy, his actions must remain unquestioned. So he agrees to help the bespeckled Lady Eunice to seem more desirable by creating a faux engagement between them. This is all lighthearted fun until Eunice's mother does the oddest thing.
When Lady Cassius finds her daughter ready to abandon her engagement to a duke to marry a third son, Lady Cassius agrees wholeheartedly. That seemed strange for a woman who was previously social climbing for a duke for her daughter.
Fairfax Twins – Total of 3
1. The Duke's Bride in Disguise (2018)
2. The Duke's Governess in Disguise (2019)
** 3. The Importance of Being Eunice (2019)
When Lady Eunice catches the Duke of Belmont in an awkward situation, he asks how he might bribe her to maintain her silence. She wants to learn how to be desirable. As the Duke of Belmont is a quasi-spy, his actions must remain unquestioned. So he agrees to help the bespeckled Lady Eunice to seem more desirable by creating a faux engagement between them. This is all lighthearted fun until Eunice's mother does the oddest thing.
When Lady Cassius finds her daughter ready to abandon her engagement to a duke to marry a third son, Lady Cassius agrees wholeheartedly. That seemed strange for a woman who was previously social climbing for a duke for her daughter.
Fairfax Twins – Total of 3
1. The Duke's Bride in Disguise (2018)
2. The Duke's Governess in Disguise (2019)
** 3. The Importance of Being Eunice (2019)
April 18, 2021
Eunice and Belmont are so achingly sweet together and I loved every minute of their love story. This is the funniest story in this series, with laugh out loud moments and excellent one liners from the morbid lady’s maid, Sarah. I wish the author would do a series for the lady’s maids in these books because they are awesome. Loved this one and though it was short, it was just right to tell their story.
August 13, 2021
I really liked how this book started and had high hopes for it, until the first meeting of the two main characters, innuendo was unleashed like a wild animal. In fact, romance was absent from this story, until the very last scene, that was the only romantic scene in the whole book, which was described by the author as “wasn’t the most romantic of scenes”. I won’t be reading any more of this author’s books, the writing style is not good.
November 19, 2020
I am really liking this author. Her romances are clean, which is not my preference, but the characters are likable and the writing quite engaging - I love the backstory that her books open with. This had a somewhat frumpy heroine with a dash of insecurity and a faux betrothal - right up my alley. It had some nice dashes of angst but isn’t very dramatic, just sweet. (3.5 stars)
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