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Captivating Countesses #2
Almost a Countess
A lone woman can be ready for almost anything...
Exiled to a lonely estate in north Yorkshire, Dora Harper finds life satisfying, if appallingly routine—until an escaped Scottish prisoner begs for her help. Despite her misgivings, Dora takes him in, feeds and clothes him, and is amazed at his transformation into a very handsome, virile gentleman, who claims he is an earl. No matter who he really is, his very presence in her house could ruin her reputation for good. Trouble is, Dora might not mind that at all.
Phineas “Finn” MacDonald, the Earl of Aberfoyle, is on the run from a troop of soldiers bent on hauling him to London to be transported for a minor infraction. Dora’s miraculous appearance is a godsend for him, in more ways than one. The pretty young English woman is kind, compassionate, and willing to help him in his attempt to seek justice and evade the troop that is quickly closing in on him.
With their close proximity over several days, Finn’s desire to escape wanes, even as thoughts of Dora fill his mind. So when Dora suggests she pose as his wife to throw the soldiers off Finn’s trail, Finn wonders if he can persuade her to make the ruse a reality—before the army finds him and banishes him from Britain forever.
Exiled to a lonely estate in north Yorkshire, Dora Harper finds life satisfying, if appallingly routine—until an escaped Scottish prisoner begs for her help. Despite her misgivings, Dora takes him in, feeds and clothes him, and is amazed at his transformation into a very handsome, virile gentleman, who claims he is an earl. No matter who he really is, his very presence in her house could ruin her reputation for good. Trouble is, Dora might not mind that at all.
Phineas “Finn” MacDonald, the Earl of Aberfoyle, is on the run from a troop of soldiers bent on hauling him to London to be transported for a minor infraction. Dora’s miraculous appearance is a godsend for him, in more ways than one. The pretty young English woman is kind, compassionate, and willing to help him in his attempt to seek justice and evade the troop that is quickly closing in on him.
With their close proximity over several days, Finn’s desire to escape wanes, even as thoughts of Dora fill his mind. So when Dora suggests she pose as his wife to throw the soldiers off Finn’s trail, Finn wonders if he can persuade her to make the ruse a reality—before the army finds him and banishes him from Britain forever.
230 pages, Kindle Edition
First published August 31, 2021
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About the author
Jenna Jaxon
76 books652 followersJenna has been reading and writing historical romance since she was a teenager. A romantic
herself, she has always loved a dark side to the genre, a twist, suspense, a surprise. She tries to
incorporate all of these elements into her own stories. She lives in Virginia with her family and
a small menagerie of pets. When not reading or writing, she indulges her passion for the theatre,
working with local theatres as a director. She often feels she is directing her characters on their
own private stage.
She has equated her writing to an addiction to chocolate because once she starts she just can’t
stop.
herself, she has always loved a dark side to the genre, a twist, suspense, a surprise. She tries to
incorporate all of these elements into her own stories. She lives in Virginia with her family and
a small menagerie of pets. When not reading or writing, she indulges her passion for the theatre,
working with local theatres as a director. She often feels she is directing her characters on their
own private stage.
She has equated her writing to an addiction to chocolate because once she starts she just can’t
stop.
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May 6, 2022
Rating: 3.5/5.0
A sweet romance sure to keep one rooting for all to work out.
Read full review in the 2022 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
A sweet romance sure to keep one rooting for all to work out.
Read full review in the 2022 May issue of InD'tale Magazine.
June 23, 2023
Didn't think all of the. "Scottish accent" was needed
I liked the 1st book in the series, but not so much this one.
I don't know that I can say why, other than the accented words made a difficult read at times. I was ready to end the book after the first few chapters.
I liked the 1st book in the series, but not so much this one.
I don't know that I can say why, other than the accented words made a difficult read at times. I was ready to end the book after the first few chapters.
July 8, 2024
They put the hero in a dress as a disguise at one point. I started skimming at 66%, just see what would happened with the dad and the villain. The villain was vanquished with a letter from a superior. There was no real follow up or closure or punishment. The villain just vanished. The horrible father got zero retribution as well. The resolution was fast and over the top. I actually rolled my eyes. I didn’t love it.
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November 17, 2024
The story could have been half the length, easily. I thought I was almost finished only to discover I was only 40% in. There was absolutely no need for the bullshit that happened later. Then, a Duchess was introduced and everyone called her “duchess” instead of “your grace” and I just gave up. It was difficult enough to read Finn’s “Scottish” accent. Add to that the stupidity that the plot had become at that point (60%), and it’s a DNF.
September 10, 2021
Roadside Husband
Wonderful story. She goes from shy subservient daughter to a strong willful woman. All because she found a man on the side of a road. Hope there’s a story somewhere with the Duchess, she was hysterical and fierce.
Wonderful story. She goes from shy subservient daughter to a strong willful woman. All because she found a man on the side of a road. Hope there’s a story somewhere with the Duchess, she was hysterical and fierce.
stopped-reading
October 30, 2023I started this book and got a few chapters in before I had to quit. I mistakenly thought it was a Christian book, but it wasn't; I don't appreciate swearing in my books. I won't read this author again.
September 1, 2021
Really liked this book.
I've read 21 of Jenn's books and always find them entertaining. This is a good series. Both books were good reads.
I've read 21 of Jenn's books and always find them entertaining. This is a good series. Both books were good reads.
July 7, 2023
KU started well
September 5, 2023
Loved the book
Loved the story do full of love and happiness. Finn and Does were an awesome couple. Great love and it had just Mystery to it as well.
Loved the story do full of love and happiness. Finn and Does were an awesome couple. Great love and it had just Mystery to it as well.
March 31, 2024
Almost a Countess
So much fun. I loved the banter between Dora and Finn. I personally wanted to punch Scarlett. I can't help but wonder if we will get a book with Dora's aunt.
So much fun. I loved the banter between Dora and Finn. I personally wanted to punch Scarlett. I can't help but wonder if we will get a book with Dora's aunt.
May 29, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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