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Sherton Sisters #4
A Lady to Reveal
Can they overcome their secrets to embrace a life together?
Lady Felicity has no interest in Society’s expectations, and positively dreads being married off to a life without purpose. Desperate for a change of scenery, she hides her noble heritage and takes on the role of companion for the young daughter of a Duke.
Gilbert Barrington, the Duke of Rathnelly, feels constant pressure to provide financially in a way his own father never did. His keen business sense has served him well, though his hardworking nature is better left a secret in High Society. A widower with three children, the Duke is far more concerned with keeping the estate from crumbling than finding a new wife.
When Gilbert notices his daughter’s new companion is especially intelligent and inquisitive, he fears his own secret industrialist ways may be found out. It doesn’t help that Lady Felicity’s allure has him seeking out her company and enjoying every conversation.
They are drawn together by their shared interests and an undeniable attraction. Yet, they are holding themselves back to protect their own secrets. What will happen when the truth comes out?
Read this sweet and clean regency romance today for a perfect escape with an unforgettable happily ever after.
Lady Felicity has no interest in Society’s expectations, and positively dreads being married off to a life without purpose. Desperate for a change of scenery, she hides her noble heritage and takes on the role of companion for the young daughter of a Duke.
Gilbert Barrington, the Duke of Rathnelly, feels constant pressure to provide financially in a way his own father never did. His keen business sense has served him well, though his hardworking nature is better left a secret in High Society. A widower with three children, the Duke is far more concerned with keeping the estate from crumbling than finding a new wife.
When Gilbert notices his daughter’s new companion is especially intelligent and inquisitive, he fears his own secret industrialist ways may be found out. It doesn’t help that Lady Felicity’s allure has him seeking out her company and enjoying every conversation.
They are drawn together by their shared interests and an undeniable attraction. Yet, they are holding themselves back to protect their own secrets. What will happen when the truth comes out?
Read this sweet and clean regency romance today for a perfect escape with an unforgettable happily ever after.
- GenresHistorical Romance
117 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 31, 2021
About the author
Wendy May Andrews
62 books175 followersWendy May Andrews has been reading whatever she could get her hands on since the age of five. She has been writing for almost as long, although Tempting the Earl was the first story she was willing to share with anyone other than her mother. Since then, Wendy has published more than forty Sweet Historical Romance novels.
Wendy lives in Toronto with her own real-life hero. When not writing or reading, she loves traveling with her husband, wherever the mood takes them.
Wendy lives in Toronto with her own real-life hero. When not writing or reading, she loves traveling with her husband, wherever the mood takes them.
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April 12, 2021
An adventure. Yes, that is what Lady Felicity desired instead of having to make her debt in the Ton. The question was, could she pull it off? Well it seemed she just might!
Having heard of an opening for a job as a companion to the daughter of the Duke of Rathnelly, Felicity applied for the position and was accepted! Now to weave a story of her whereabouts so her family would not realize she was missing.
Gilbert, Duke of Rathnelly is determined to make his holdings financial sound. If that meant actually working in trade, so be it. When he notices his daughter's companion is not shy to talk upon topics usually not known by women, he is intrigued and becomes attracted to her.
But what will happen when he finds out she is a lady and not a commoner? They each have their secrets, but will love prevail? Great series that has been so enjoyable!
Having heard of an opening for a job as a companion to the daughter of the Duke of Rathnelly, Felicity applied for the position and was accepted! Now to weave a story of her whereabouts so her family would not realize she was missing.
Gilbert, Duke of Rathnelly is determined to make his holdings financial sound. If that meant actually working in trade, so be it. When he notices his daughter's companion is not shy to talk upon topics usually not known by women, he is intrigued and becomes attracted to her.
But what will happen when he finds out she is a lady and not a commoner? They each have their secrets, but will love prevail? Great series that has been so enjoyable!
March 28, 2021
Although this is a short novella, it is nevertheless sweet and enjoyable. Lady Felicity, in an attempt to kick over the traces, escapes her family and their plans for her and takes on the position of companion to the Duke of Rathnelly's daughter. Young Lady Adelina refuses to have a governess, leaving her father to do the next best thing and hire a companion for her. As Felicity comes to know the little girl, the understanding grows that she is still in mourning for her mother and fears abandonment. Rathnelly doesn't want to notice his daughter's companion, but very soon he finds himself depending on her for answers to the problems he is experiencing. There is a quiet attraction that grows between the Duke and the companion, but unfortunately, secrets have a habit of being revealed and when the truth about Felicity is made known, trust is broken. The story is well written and entertaining, and although the romance is restrained, the attraction between the main characters is nevertheless evident. Although part of a series, this book is a standalone and comes to a happy conclusion. I received a copy of this romance as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
March 30, 2021
3.5 stars
Lady Felicity wanted to study and have an adventure, she was also keen to travel. What she didn’t want was a season in London. With her sister’s help she devised a complicated plan to escape for a short while and find employment as a companion. There were matters that she hadn’t thought through carefully though and these would come to light later in the story. Felicity was quite brave if a little rash, taking the new experiences in her stride. Living in the same building as Gilbert Barrington, Duke of Rathnelly, Felicity enjoys her life but she is attracted to the duke and tries to avoid him when she can. Similarly, Gilbert is attracted to Felicity and she reminds him of someone he knows. This was an entertaining read with likeable characters. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Lady Felicity wanted to study and have an adventure, she was also keen to travel. What she didn’t want was a season in London. With her sister’s help she devised a complicated plan to escape for a short while and find employment as a companion. There were matters that she hadn’t thought through carefully though and these would come to light later in the story. Felicity was quite brave if a little rash, taking the new experiences in her stride. Living in the same building as Gilbert Barrington, Duke of Rathnelly, Felicity enjoys her life but she is attracted to the duke and tries to avoid him when she can. Similarly, Gilbert is attracted to Felicity and she reminds him of someone he knows. This was an entertaining read with likeable characters. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 20, 2022
Good 👍
Not perfect though as we do not see the hero as the father he should have been three years ago. He doesn't really seem to change a lot. Instead, he is still aloof and untouchable to his own children. Would have loved to see more character development there. Yes, it was hinted at but we don't actually see it.
Not perfect though as we do not see the hero as the father he should have been three years ago. He doesn't really seem to change a lot. Instead, he is still aloof and untouchable to his own children. Would have loved to see more character development there. Yes, it was hinted at but we don't actually see it.
June 9, 2024
A Web of Sweet Lies
Is it really so bad to lie to your whole family and others if no one listens to your heart's desires? This story is the sweet culmination of a lying, conniving lady who refuses to be a debutante. Just like a house of cards must fall, a web of lies can't hold forever. It's a good thing the lady is the sweetest liar with the best of intentions.
Is it really so bad to lie to your whole family and others if no one listens to your heart's desires? This story is the sweet culmination of a lying, conniving lady who refuses to be a debutante. Just like a house of cards must fall, a web of lies can't hold forever. It's a good thing the lady is the sweetest liar with the best of intentions.
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October 19, 2021A Lady to Reveal, Book 4 of the Sherton Sisters series, was about Lady Felicity, the fourth daughter of the Earl of Sherton, and His Grace Gilbert "Gil" Barrington, the Duke of Rathnelly, a widower with three children.
Gilbert and Felicity met at her sister, Vicki's wedding, though she wasn't as interested in him as he was her. He had determined he needed to pay attention to her when the next Season started, even though he wasn't interested in getting married again. She was not particularly interested in participating in debuting. However, when the opportunity presented itself several months later, Felicity wanted to become the companion to Gilbert's 9-year-old daughter, Lady Adelina, although she would have to tell some lies by changing her name and dropping her noble title.
While they both recognized each other in certain ways, Gilbert didn't equate "Felicity Jones" with Lady Felicity Sherton, especially as she had changed her appearance in order to disguise herself. The idea that a Lady and a Duke would not recognize each other just a few months after meeting...especially when they had found each other so interesting at that first introduction was preposterous. Not to mention the attitude she had when she spoke to the Duke was definitely NOT one that a mere servant would have. She was not a humble servant and, therefore, did not have the attitude of such.
They were both quite "amused" at each other's reactions and the word "amused" showed up throughout the book, as the author took great pains to point out...frequently and to the reader's utter dismay. It took up quite a few paragraphs and sentences.
Side Note: The author had a terrible habit of having the Heroine "write" letters in her mind. She would mentally compose a letter that she knew she would never actually write down. This happened throughout the story, which was very irritating. There was also decidedly more introspection than there was conversation throughout the book. It tended to drone on and on and...till it became boring.
The angst and drama of the book were highly exaggerated and totally the fault of the main female character telling all of her lies to hide her identity. The rest of the story just fell flat and made little sense. That a nine-year-old daughter of a Duke would have a companion rather than a governess was unfathomably wrong. There was no humor, and there was absolutely no chemistry, passion, or romance at all in the story.
The main male character was clueless, which was sad for he had the chance to be one of the better characters in the series. The main female character was a ditz and that's being nice. A daughter of an Earl who didn't want a debut, but instead wanted to work for her living? Umm...well okay then. But for her to lose all integrity and propriety to the point of, not only lying but also of putting everyone else at risk for a scandal was beyond the pale. She was a 19-year-old selfish...brat who only cared about what she wanted without giving a single thought to anyone else.
That a HEA came out of this was asking too much for the reader to accept. For their first kiss to be...well...when it took place was just ridiculous. Definitely not worthy of a star or to be considered worthy of being added to the Keeper for the Shelves collection.
Gilbert and Felicity met at her sister, Vicki's wedding, though she wasn't as interested in him as he was her. He had determined he needed to pay attention to her when the next Season started, even though he wasn't interested in getting married again. She was not particularly interested in participating in debuting. However, when the opportunity presented itself several months later, Felicity wanted to become the companion to Gilbert's 9-year-old daughter, Lady Adelina, although she would have to tell some lies by changing her name and dropping her noble title.
While they both recognized each other in certain ways, Gilbert didn't equate "Felicity Jones" with Lady Felicity Sherton, especially as she had changed her appearance in order to disguise herself. The idea that a Lady and a Duke would not recognize each other just a few months after meeting...especially when they had found each other so interesting at that first introduction was preposterous. Not to mention the attitude she had when she spoke to the Duke was definitely NOT one that a mere servant would have. She was not a humble servant and, therefore, did not have the attitude of such.
They were both quite "amused" at each other's reactions and the word "amused" showed up throughout the book, as the author took great pains to point out...frequently and to the reader's utter dismay. It took up quite a few paragraphs and sentences.
Side Note: The author had a terrible habit of having the Heroine "write" letters in her mind. She would mentally compose a letter that she knew she would never actually write down. This happened throughout the story, which was very irritating. There was also decidedly more introspection than there was conversation throughout the book. It tended to drone on and on and...till it became boring.
The angst and drama of the book were highly exaggerated and totally the fault of the main female character telling all of her lies to hide her identity. The rest of the story just fell flat and made little sense. That a nine-year-old daughter of a Duke would have a companion rather than a governess was unfathomably wrong. There was no humor, and there was absolutely no chemistry, passion, or romance at all in the story.
The main male character was clueless, which was sad for he had the chance to be one of the better characters in the series. The main female character was a ditz and that's being nice. A daughter of an Earl who didn't want a debut, but instead wanted to work for her living? Umm...well okay then. But for her to lose all integrity and propriety to the point of, not only lying but also of putting everyone else at risk for a scandal was beyond the pale. She was a 19-year-old selfish...brat who only cared about what she wanted without giving a single thought to anyone else.
That a HEA came out of this was asking too much for the reader to accept. For their first kiss to be...well...when it took place was just ridiculous. Definitely not worthy of a star or to be considered worthy of being added to the Keeper for the Shelves collection.
August 6, 2021
Lady Sherton has no desire to have a come out, but her family refuses to listen. She determines to do something more meaningful with her life, no matter how many or who she has to lie to, and takes up position as companion to the Duke of Rathnelly's daughter. Lies build on lies as she falls in love with the family, but will those lies be forgiven when it all comes to light?
I was disappointed in this one. I've loved many of the books by this author, and the characters she creates. I didn't like Felicity and I didn't believe her motivations in the story. She kept claiming to want to do something meaningful with her life, but it felt like she did what she did because she was bored. There was no worthwhile cause for her to take up as an earl's daughter? The only course to take was lying to everyone and being a companion to another titled girl? I spent most of the book rolling my eyes.
The duke was alright. Not very memorable. In fact, I didn't even remember he was supposed to have a secret until I reread the blurb.
So writing is descriptive and is excellent at building the scene. Plot-wise, it felt unbalanced. 95 percent of the story was building up the attraction between our two main characters only for it to be resolved in a few pages.
Sadly, not a favorite for me, but other readers may not dislike it as much as I did.
I was disappointed in this one. I've loved many of the books by this author, and the characters she creates. I didn't like Felicity and I didn't believe her motivations in the story. She kept claiming to want to do something meaningful with her life, but it felt like she did what she did because she was bored. There was no worthwhile cause for her to take up as an earl's daughter? The only course to take was lying to everyone and being a companion to another titled girl? I spent most of the book rolling my eyes.
The duke was alright. Not very memorable. In fact, I didn't even remember he was supposed to have a secret until I reread the blurb.
So writing is descriptive and is excellent at building the scene. Plot-wise, it felt unbalanced. 95 percent of the story was building up the attraction between our two main characters only for it to be resolved in a few pages.
Sadly, not a favorite for me, but other readers may not dislike it as much as I did.
May 18, 2024
A clean story. Number 4 in this series and is about Felicity. I can understand her frustrations at wanting to be involved in things, especially enterprise but as a lady she can’t in this era. I did wonder at how she could get away from the family and not be missed. I know she had assistance and with letters was playing different family members to thinking she elsewhere. However, at some point I am sure her mother would have asked her married daughters and how is Felicity - and be told not seen ages. And even daughters not known for writing a question from mother asking how Felicity’s visit had/was going would have prompted an immediate response. And all her many other correspondents must have been writing asking for what was happening.
The duke also seemed a little distant. He apparently had issues with his late wife and had no overriding sense of loss when she died, so why did he feel the need to send his children off to school?
However, despite all this I enjoyed the story and especially Felicity’s character, although the ending seemed a little quick. Now to book 5 and Grace.
The duke also seemed a little distant. He apparently had issues with his late wife and had no overriding sense of loss when she died, so why did he feel the need to send his children off to school?
However, despite all this I enjoyed the story and especially Felicity’s character, although the ending seemed a little quick. Now to book 5 and Grace.
March 29, 2021
This is such a delightful story! Lady Felicity is the daughter of an Earl, but the unconventional lady has no desire to be a debutante or go on the marriage mart. She desires a grand adventure and so she constructs this elaborate plan so that each of her family members will think that she’s visiting with another one, and she takes off alone, accepting the position of a companion to a Duke’s little girl. The child is spunky and adorable and adds so much to the storyline. Over the months that Felicity is away, she falls in love with this little girl , and that’s not the only one she has feelings for. A most enjoyable read!
June 28, 2021
Persons who challenge their societies' systems have a lot in common
I thought Feliciy was a bit headstrong and shortsighted to pass herself off as a hired companion. She sure could keep up a string of lies! Her Duke employer was afraid for his ton reputation, but not enough to not do business. Surprising Felicity did not note more how very busy he seemed to be. I felt for the daughter who the Duke nearly crushed by refusing to work with the companion after the secret of Felicity's status as an earl's daughter got out. It must have been a hard time for young women who had alternative aspirations for their lives....but she meets her match in being a unique person.
I thought Feliciy was a bit headstrong and shortsighted to pass herself off as a hired companion. She sure could keep up a string of lies! Her Duke employer was afraid for his ton reputation, but not enough to not do business. Surprising Felicity did not note more how very busy he seemed to be. I felt for the daughter who the Duke nearly crushed by refusing to work with the companion after the secret of Felicity's status as an earl's daughter got out. It must have been a hard time for young women who had alternative aspirations for their lives....but she meets her match in being a unique person.
August 1, 2022
Lady Felicity would be happy to spend her days as a spinster. Too bad her family would never agree to it. Her new baby brother's arrival has her parents distracted enough that Felicity can try an idea of her own. She secretly becomes Companion to the Duke of Rathnelly's 9 year old daughter. Can her web of complicated correspondence and vague information keep her reputation in tact? Is the Duke hiding something?
This is a unique plot. As always, Wendy's writing is clean and entertaining. Perfect for those days you want a happy, cozy read.
This is a unique plot. As always, Wendy's writing is clean and entertaining. Perfect for those days you want a happy, cozy read.
September 14, 2023
Lady Felicity is a most interesting woman. She loves reading, wants more education and doesn't care much for the expected behavior society tries to impose on all women.
She becomes a companion for a nine-year old girl. The problem; she has to live in the same house with a Duke so she downplays some of her positive traits so he doesn't realize who she really is.
Things don't go smoothly for her, of course, but in the tradition of these boos all ends up well and love triumphs.
A breath of fresh air.
She becomes a companion for a nine-year old girl. The problem; she has to live in the same house with a Duke so she downplays some of her positive traits so he doesn't realize who she really is.
Things don't go smoothly for her, of course, but in the tradition of these boos all ends up well and love triumphs.
A breath of fresh air.
March 31, 2021
If you love Regency stories, you will love Wendy May Andrews! I love her writing style and how her characters all come together!
This is the 4th book in the Sherton Sister's series. One more sister left, I can't wait to read about her! I will be kind of sad to see this series end. Even though these sisters are in a series book, they can be read alone.
I received an ARC from the author and was not required or persuaded to leave a positive rating.
This is the 4th book in the Sherton Sister's series. One more sister left, I can't wait to read about her! I will be kind of sad to see this series end. Even though these sisters are in a series book, they can be read alone.
I received an ARC from the author and was not required or persuaded to leave a positive rating.
April 9, 2021
What a delightful story. I found myself resenting anything that caused me to have to stop reading. Lady Felicity/Jonesy is an anomaly for her era. Imagine a female, much less a noble lady, who thinks. Lord Rathnelly can be excused for being suspicious of his daughter’s new companion. This has been a fun series and I’m glad Wendy May Andrews had one more Sherton daughter’s story to write.
March 25, 2021
What a fun sweet book! I loved Felicity and Gilbert's story and little Adelina will make you laugh out loud, what a precious child. This book is well written and has just drama to keep you turning the pages to see what happens next. I love this series and highly recommend it. I received a complimentary copy and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
March 28, 2021
This is the fourth book in "Sherton Sisters" series and could read as standalone...
Wonderful characters and plot...
This is the story about Lady Felicity, which will pose as companion/governess, the Duke of Rathnelly and his daughter...
Fun... and surprising end...
I recommend this story to all that love Regency
Wonderful characters and plot...
This is the story about Lady Felicity, which will pose as companion/governess, the Duke of Rathnelly and his daughter...
Fun... and surprising end...
I recommend this story to all that love Regency
April 1, 2021
Felicity is tired of the strictures of being a lady expected to marry. She takes it upon herself to reinvent herself as a companion to a little girl of a Duke. Gil finds Felicity very interesting yet he is suspicious of her. She ingrains herself into her hearts. But when she is found out it could ruin everything. A sweet story of putting away a painful past and looking to a better future.
October 18, 2021
A Lady to Reveal
This story was interesting. Felicity wanted more than a debut in London. She devised a plan to become a companion to a nine year old girl. Time went along, Felicity enjoying her new role. Her happiness soon faded when a man spotted and the three children in an Inn.
This story was interesting. Felicity wanted more than a debut in London. She devised a plan to become a companion to a nine year old girl. Time went along, Felicity enjoying her new role. Her happiness soon faded when a man spotted and the three children in an Inn.
October 22, 2025
Another Winner
Possibly my new favorite in the series. So much going on and the resolution is brilliant. Written with such depth into the characters and their growth is obvious to their ch
allenges. Gifted word Smith Wendy is delighting my education and perspective. Such a gifted writer, author, human being all in one. Our blessing from her talent are life altering.
Possibly my new favorite in the series. So much going on and the resolution is brilliant. Written with such depth into the characters and their growth is obvious to their ch
allenges. Gifted word Smith Wendy is delighting my education and perspective. Such a gifted writer, author, human being all in one. Our blessing from her talent are life altering.
May 19, 2021
Felicity is too adorable for words! I enjoyed following her plight to live a useful life. It was entertaining to read how she communicated with the Duke and his daughter. Jonesy is a delightful name for Felicity's disguise. Fun, fun, fun!
December 11, 2021
A clean, warm hearted tale
I loved this book. I can get easily bored with romance books but this one I thoroughly enjoyed. It’s depressing to see how women had to live during the 1800’s.
I loved this book. I can get easily bored with romance books but this one I thoroughly enjoyed. It’s depressing to see how women had to live during the 1800’s.
May 9, 2022
easy read
A sweet romance romp with the fourth daughter deciding to work for a liv instead of marrying. Of course her ideas are not truly realistic but she does not mind the outcome
A sweet romance romp with the fourth daughter deciding to work for a liv instead of marrying. Of course her ideas are not truly realistic but she does not mind the outcome
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March 31, 2021
A very beautiful story a sweet and interesting read
June 7, 2021
A Lady to Reveal
This book is a sweet regency romance with all of the components of a good romance. I fell in love with the characters and wanted the book to be longer.
This book is a sweet regency romance with all of the components of a good romance. I fell in love with the characters and wanted the book to be longer.
August 23, 2021
Delightful
What a delightful story. I enjoyed how everything progressed. I do feel that the ending pounced a bit unexpectedly, but I still enjoyed the story.
What a delightful story. I enjoyed how everything progressed. I do feel that the ending pounced a bit unexpectedly, but I still enjoyed the story.
August 23, 2021
Sweet, quick read.
Stands alone, but also incorporates characters from previous books in the series. Good for an afternoon reading. Nothing beyond kissing.
Stands alone, but also incorporates characters from previous books in the series. Good for an afternoon reading. Nothing beyond kissing.
March 19, 2022
Hiding as a companion to a nine year old
New ideas, cool. Fun story and characters. Love over time with great ending. Highly recommended for all readers. Great addition to series.
New ideas, cool. Fun story and characters. Love over time with great ending. Highly recommended for all readers. Great addition to series.
April 24, 2022
Wonderfully Delightful
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I laughed at some of the antics. The characters are rich and easy to connect with. I can’t wait to read the next one.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I laughed at some of the antics. The characters are rich and easy to connect with. I can’t wait to read the next one.
September 19, 2022
The plot
I have to say this is probably my favorite of her books so far. I enjoyed reading how Jonesy fooled everyone almost.
I have to say this is probably my favorite of her books so far. I enjoyed reading how Jonesy fooled everyone almost.
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