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An American Baroness
American sisters, Alice and Jocelyn Weatherly have longed to experience their father’s native London. In the spring of 1820, they get the opportunity in time for the Season. Unbeknownst to them, their father is in league with a nobleman in financial distress, Lord Merton, to possibly marry their children. The trade is simple, a title for Alice in exchange for an influx of capital.
For Nigel Walston, the future baron of Merton, family obligation is everything, but he resents having an arranged marriage foisted upon him …until he meets Alice, a beauty with two different colored eyes, a sharp mind and a fiery spirit. In Alice’s opinion, love and business should never mix, which does not mean she dislikes Nigel Walston. He is handsome, considerate, protective and he makes her feel yearnings she did not know she was capable of. If only their fathers had not made them into a business transaction!
For Nigel Walston, the future baron of Merton, family obligation is everything, but he resents having an arranged marriage foisted upon him …until he meets Alice, a beauty with two different colored eyes, a sharp mind and a fiery spirit. In Alice’s opinion, love and business should never mix, which does not mean she dislikes Nigel Walston. He is handsome, considerate, protective and he makes her feel yearnings she did not know she was capable of. If only their fathers had not made them into a business transaction!
314 pages, ebook
Published May 23, 2021
About the author
Jane Shoup
39 books48 followersJane Shoup is an award-winning author of several genres and more than twenty novels, Historical adventure with romance is her mainstay. Her novel Pedestals, (revised and republished as The Key) won Epic's best action thriller 2006. Another novel, Jayna Incarnate was a finalist in the Mainstream Fiction category that same year.
She lives in Greensboro, NC with her husband, Scott, rescue dog, Gabby, and near her adult daughters and their families including five (soon the be 6) fabulous grands. Please visit her website at https://www.janeshoup.com
She lives in Greensboro, NC with her husband, Scott, rescue dog, Gabby, and near her adult daughters and their families including five (soon the be 6) fabulous grands. Please visit her website at https://www.janeshoup.com
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September 1, 2022
“American Baroness by Jane Shoup is a pleasant book. I selected it because I was interested in the timeframe that the story is set. I am not usually a fan of classic romance but I worked hard to put aside my previous feeling to give an honest review.
The author introduced quite a few characters, possibly too many for in-depth development. Particularly, I was interested how Alice and Nigel found time for romance.
The pace of the book made it a very easy read with a satisfying ending.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
The author introduced quite a few characters, possibly too many for in-depth development. Particularly, I was interested how Alice and Nigel found time for romance.
The pace of the book made it a very easy read with a satisfying ending.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 3, 2021
Rock🎸🎶 In The Casbah🏰
ADULT Historical Late Recency Romance💕 and Adventure
Raised in America by their wealthy English born businessman father, Alice Weatherly 💃💋and her sister, Jocelyn, are brought to England in 1820 to seek out titled husbands.
They go to Richard Weatherly's Eton classmate's country estate 🏰. The once wealthy baron Merton has a huge estate 🏰, and the Weatherlyst are to stay with him and his family for a House party. The baron's children consists of two young women close in age to Alice and Jocelyn. There is also an older son, Nigel🐺🍆⛲, the heir.
The baron has continued with his terrible gambling addiction🃏🎲 and he has gotten them into debt so severe it outweighs their assets!
The baron wants Nigel🐺🍆⛲ to marry into the American's Steel Manufacturing money 💰, by choosing Alice💃💋. Some choice!
Nigel 🐺🍆⛲is extremely upset with his father's secret gambling 🃏🎲and being forced into marrying for money 💰. However, once married, everything will go into Nigel's name and his father leaves the country for a vineyard in France.
Meanwhile , Alice 💃💋and Nige🐺🍆⛲l find they actually really like each other! Most fortunate!
ARC Provided by Book📚 Sirens💃
I also got this ebook from Amazon with KU.
I really enjoyed the story, but wish the author would have used language and dialogue more relevant to the time period. The use of modern casual language kind of ruins the whole effect of writing a period book.
ADULT Historical Late Recency Romance💕 and Adventure
Raised in America by their wealthy English born businessman father, Alice Weatherly 💃💋and her sister, Jocelyn, are brought to England in 1820 to seek out titled husbands.
They go to Richard Weatherly's Eton classmate's country estate 🏰. The once wealthy baron Merton has a huge estate 🏰, and the Weatherlyst are to stay with him and his family for a House party. The baron's children consists of two young women close in age to Alice and Jocelyn. There is also an older son, Nigel🐺🍆⛲, the heir.
The baron has continued with his terrible gambling addiction🃏🎲 and he has gotten them into debt so severe it outweighs their assets!
The baron wants Nigel🐺🍆⛲ to marry into the American's Steel Manufacturing money 💰, by choosing Alice💃💋. Some choice!
Nigel 🐺🍆⛲is extremely upset with his father's secret gambling 🃏🎲and being forced into marrying for money 💰. However, once married, everything will go into Nigel's name and his father leaves the country for a vineyard in France.
Meanwhile , Alice 💃💋and Nige🐺🍆⛲l find they actually really like each other! Most fortunate!
ARC Provided by Book📚 Sirens💃
I also got this ebook from Amazon with KU.
I really enjoyed the story, but wish the author would have used language and dialogue more relevant to the time period. The use of modern casual language kind of ruins the whole effect of writing a period book.
April 8, 2022
Loved this book. I loved the characters, the storyline, really everything. Yes, there’s the eye rolling misunderstanding at the end of the book, but it wasn’t because they weren’t honest with each other or willing to tell each other things, they just didn’t trust that the other was completely honest or had told them everything. Having read the second book in the series first, I still want to know more about Lakely and her future with a certain someone.
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.
June 23, 2022
This is a sweet late Regency novel (1820’s). An American family visits friends in London, a titled gentleman needs a wealthy wife. What makes this book different is that each character can express their own unique and interesting viewpoint. What makes it similar to most romances is the lack of communication between the lovers. There is a very sympathetically drawn character who is obviously on the spectrum. Looking forward to the next book in the series! I received this book at no charge from BookSirens and the author, but as always, all opinions are my own.
December 26, 2022
Good story
Wasn't quite sure from the description. Took a chance anyway and enjoyed it greatly. Good story. Great plot. Well done.
Wasn't quite sure from the description. Took a chance anyway and enjoyed it greatly. Good story. Great plot. Well done.
October 18, 2024
High School level
Very poorly written and not any plot or connection between characters. Too many relationships with no real connection with each other. Waste of time and skipped ahead to ending. Again so boring!
Very poorly written and not any plot or connection between characters. Too many relationships with no real connection with each other. Waste of time and skipped ahead to ending. Again so boring!
June 10, 2022
Two old school chums have developed a plan, one out of necessity and the other from desire. Lord Merton has a gambling problem and has sunk his family in debt that only a hefty dowry can release them from. Mr. Weatherly is a Londoner transplanted to America that has always wished for a title. If their children were to meet, and perchance agree to a union, they would both get what they want.
The result of this plan is that the Weatherlys travel to London to stay with family, and their two daughters are about to be introduced to the whirlwind that is the London Season. They will meet a group of wonderful people their age, make fast friends and even fall in love. Not all of London will embrace commoners, let alone Americans, with open arms. Humiliation, confusion and heartbreak will ensue. In the end, will anyone actually end up with what they'd hoped?
An American Baroness by Jane Shoup has a lot going for it. In many ways, it reminds me of the Regency books that I miss so much, back when they were filled with the best parts of the ins and outs of London life during the busy season. Back when they were written with humor, grace and innocence. While some aspects, such as White's, were missing, the basic elements were there.
I enjoyed the history behind the book Alice Weatherly, the eldest of the two daughters who traveled with their parents, was writing. Although some poetic license was taken with the timing, it was interesting to see quotes from John and Abigail Adams's letters to one another. My favorite thing was actually a side character, the girls' cousin Jeremy, a gifted artist with autism. He was nicely fleshed out and just lovely to "be around" for this reader.
Being the first in a series called "Sons of Barons," I fear the author attempted to introduce too many characters in too much depth. For a while, I almost felt the need to have a notebook to keep track of every new person and their backstory. Thankfully, that was put to rest, and the book progressed well in the end.
I sorely wish the two random, albeit extremely brief, sexual moments hadn't been included. They were completely out of place in an otherwise tasteful Regency story. This is something that could have been avoided, along with the many missing words and typos that changed not only names but also amount of time passed (five days became five weeks in a matter of two sentences) if an editor had given it a good once over. I would have happily volunteered my red pen in order to help make this the classic Regency I loved that are no longer readily published.
An American Baroness held great promise and, for the most part, delivered. The confusion between couples felt a bit forced, and the ending somewhat rushed, but I was able to overlook much of that because I enjoyed the overall feel. I'm not certain I will continue with the series, however. I felt that this book came to a satisfying conclusion, and the characters being brought to the forefront of the next book were not ones that particularly interested me here. That being said, I reserve the right to change my mind based on my draw to see something through once I've started.
Note: I received an ARC of An American Baroness and have chosen to give this unbiased review.
The result of this plan is that the Weatherlys travel to London to stay with family, and their two daughters are about to be introduced to the whirlwind that is the London Season. They will meet a group of wonderful people their age, make fast friends and even fall in love. Not all of London will embrace commoners, let alone Americans, with open arms. Humiliation, confusion and heartbreak will ensue. In the end, will anyone actually end up with what they'd hoped?
An American Baroness by Jane Shoup has a lot going for it. In many ways, it reminds me of the Regency books that I miss so much, back when they were filled with the best parts of the ins and outs of London life during the busy season. Back when they were written with humor, grace and innocence. While some aspects, such as White's, were missing, the basic elements were there.
I enjoyed the history behind the book Alice Weatherly, the eldest of the two daughters who traveled with their parents, was writing. Although some poetic license was taken with the timing, it was interesting to see quotes from John and Abigail Adams's letters to one another. My favorite thing was actually a side character, the girls' cousin Jeremy, a gifted artist with autism. He was nicely fleshed out and just lovely to "be around" for this reader.
Being the first in a series called "Sons of Barons," I fear the author attempted to introduce too many characters in too much depth. For a while, I almost felt the need to have a notebook to keep track of every new person and their backstory. Thankfully, that was put to rest, and the book progressed well in the end.
I sorely wish the two random, albeit extremely brief, sexual moments hadn't been included. They were completely out of place in an otherwise tasteful Regency story. This is something that could have been avoided, along with the many missing words and typos that changed not only names but also amount of time passed (five days became five weeks in a matter of two sentences) if an editor had given it a good once over. I would have happily volunteered my red pen in order to help make this the classic Regency I loved that are no longer readily published.
An American Baroness held great promise and, for the most part, delivered. The confusion between couples felt a bit forced, and the ending somewhat rushed, but I was able to overlook much of that because I enjoyed the overall feel. I'm not certain I will continue with the series, however. I felt that this book came to a satisfying conclusion, and the characters being brought to the forefront of the next book were not ones that particularly interested me here. That being said, I reserve the right to change my mind based on my draw to see something through once I've started.
Note: I received an ARC of An American Baroness and have chosen to give this unbiased review.
August 22, 2021
American Baroness is the first historical fiction novel by Jane Shoup that I have read, and I found it delightful! A gentleman who emigrated to the colonies during the War of the Revolution brings his family to London for a visit. And, by the way, he wouldn't be averse to having a daughter or two marry nobility. There seemed to be an underlying theme regarding attempted parental control of important decisions for their children and the lack of control by one's parents. The characters are well developed with interesting personalities including a realistic mix of strengths and weaknesses. I thought the portrayal of the hopes and insecurities of young love hampered by parental schemes and expectations was very well portrayed. The plot was believable and very interesting . There are a few plot twists and interfering busybodies that add intrigue. All together the book was very well done! I wish to thank the author for an advance review copy and am leaving this honest review voluntarily.
July 6, 2021
An American Baroness is Book 1 in the Sons of Barons series by Jane Shoup. I really enjoyed this book. 1820 is not the height of Regency England, but titled Lords still rule the land. Alice and Jocelyn Wearherly wanted to have a London Season like their father. Their father plans to marry Alice to a titled man in exchange for money. Nigel Walston is not happy about the arranged marriage until he meets the smart fiery Alice. Jane Shoup has written such wonderful characters. I loved how she built the story. I was afraid that Nigel and Alice would not marry when she returned home. I am really looking forward to reading book 2! I received an arc for free and am leaving my review voluntarily.
August 9, 2021
I received an advanced reader copy of this book and am reviewing it voluntarily
Well I couldn’t put this down a gripping story from start to finish so many rules and regulations so many misunderstandings I was practically shouting at the book
Tenderly told friendships sibling relationships and love all conquering
Families being families wrongs righted not perfect just wonderful
Thank you can’t wait for the next one
Well I couldn’t put this down a gripping story from start to finish so many rules and regulations so many misunderstandings I was practically shouting at the book
Tenderly told friendships sibling relationships and love all conquering
Families being families wrongs righted not perfect just wonderful
Thank you can’t wait for the next one
July 7, 2022
American Baroness is the first historical fiction novel by Jane Shoup that I have read, and I found it delightful! A gentleman who emigrated to the colonies during the War of the Revolution brings his family to London for a visit. And, by the way, he wouldn't be averse to having a daughter or two marry nobility. There seemed to be an underlying theme regarding attempted parental control of important decisions for their children and the lack of control by one's parents. The characters are well developed with interesting personalities including a realistic mix of strengths and weaknesses. I thought the portrayal of the hopes and insecurities of young love hampered by parental schemes and expectations was very well portrayed. The plot was believable and very interesting . There are a few plot twists and interfering busybodies that add intrigue. All together the book was very well done! I wish to thank the author for an advance review copy and am leaving this honest review voluntarily.
August 19, 2023
I would like to give more stars for this book but there were a few items that are holding me back.
First the positive! The author creates great characters and a strong plot. The reader begins to love the characters and then… the true crisis occurs! Talk about a page turner at the climax to see how it turns out. This was were the author offers good surprises and twists to the plot!
The things that were challenging for me were the incorrect titles used with the peers.
Also, to be honest there were small snippets of “reactions” between the hero and heroine that were totally unnecessary. I felt it was like hitting a wall while enjoying a ride. I did not feel that added anything. It was obvious that the characters were in love… the rest shall we say should stay behind closed doors.
I enjoyed this enough that I will attempt another by this author. I hope I am not disappointed.
I received an ARC copy of this book and all opinions are my own.
First the positive! The author creates great characters and a strong plot. The reader begins to love the characters and then… the true crisis occurs! Talk about a page turner at the climax to see how it turns out. This was were the author offers good surprises and twists to the plot!
The things that were challenging for me were the incorrect titles used with the peers.
Also, to be honest there were small snippets of “reactions” between the hero and heroine that were totally unnecessary. I felt it was like hitting a wall while enjoying a ride. I did not feel that added anything. It was obvious that the characters were in love… the rest shall we say should stay behind closed doors.
I enjoyed this enough that I will attempt another by this author. I hope I am not disappointed.
I received an ARC copy of this book and all opinions are my own.
July 10, 2021
Not your run-of-the-mill HR story. Yes, there is a young heir, Nigel, being told he needs to marry for money to save the family; a more or less wealthy Alice presented to him (we never do learn the extent of her dowry); another heir being prevented from a love match. It's how these threads were interwoven that kept me reading.
I liked how the dynamics of the two families are portrayed; they are not dysfunctional, but seem to like each other's company. Overall well-paced storytelling without excessive thoughts slowing the progress.
While Nigel and Alice aim for honesty and openness, both jump to eye-roll worthy false conclusions.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I liked how the dynamics of the two families are portrayed; they are not dysfunctional, but seem to like each other's company. Overall well-paced storytelling without excessive thoughts slowing the progress.
While Nigel and Alice aim for honesty and openness, both jump to eye-roll worthy false conclusions.
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 11, 2021
For Love or Business ? . . .
Alice and Jocelyn Weatherly were eager to go to London in time to experience a Season. But their father and a nobleman who had gambled away the family money made an agreement to arrange a married for Alice and Nigel.
Nigel Walston, the future baron of Merton, does not appreciate an arranged marriage. But when he Alice, he is attracted to her intelligence and fiery spirit. Alice is also resentful that her father made the relationship into a business transaction! Would Nigel and Alice be willing to go ahead with the marriage because they have feelings for one another? Or will they try to find a way to refuse?
Alice and Jocelyn Weatherly were eager to go to London in time to experience a Season. But their father and a nobleman who had gambled away the family money made an agreement to arrange a married for Alice and Nigel.
Nigel Walston, the future baron of Merton, does not appreciate an arranged marriage. But when he Alice, he is attracted to her intelligence and fiery spirit. Alice is also resentful that her father made the relationship into a business transaction! Would Nigel and Alice be willing to go ahead with the marriage because they have feelings for one another? Or will they try to find a way to refuse?
August 1, 2023
I really enjoyed this book as a fun l, summer read. If you like Downton Abbey, The Bridgertons, or any other period piece you’d enjoy this lovely spin on a “will they or won’t they” British romance.
Throughout the book I kept waiting for something bad to happen or an unexpected plot twist. While that never happened, I was honestly glad as it was nice to read a book with a fun, genuine happy ending.
Thanks to BookSirens I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Throughout the book I kept waiting for something bad to happen or an unexpected plot twist. While that never happened, I was honestly glad as it was nice to read a book with a fun, genuine happy ending.
Thanks to BookSirens I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
July 21, 2021
I really enjoyed this romance. There are a lot of balls in play here, with a primary and a secondary romance, and a large cast of characters. The interplay between the siblings in the two main families was well done, as were the romantic entanglements of the sisters Alice and Jocelyn. The large cast provides an opportunity for further books in the series, and I look forward to reading them as well.
February 19, 2022
This witty, fun, and historically accurate book is a wonderful read. I enjoyed the family interaction in and between both families. Also, the great friends of the groom play a big part in this book. All in all it is about American daughters trying to fit in again with their parents English society. Is it all it was cracked up to be or is it more or less? I really enjoyed all of the society interplays. I think other readers will too.
July 13, 2021
She has wanted to go to London and experience a season. It is about to be ruined by her father arranging her marriage and although she likes him she is not sure about it. Will they marry? How will they all get on? See how it goes
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.
August 3, 2022
A really great story!
A wonderful book with great characters and a plot that will keep you reading. An amazingly beautiful love story. I can't wait for the next books to arrive.
A wonderful book with great characters and a plot that will keep you reading. An amazingly beautiful love story. I can't wait for the next books to arrive.
October 23, 2024
Great book
I enjoyed this book immensely. I had a hard time putting it aside to go to sleep.
The author expressed feelings so openly it made me feel a part of the group.
I look forward to reading more of her work.
I enjoyed this book immensely. I had a hard time putting it aside to go to sleep.
The author expressed feelings so openly it made me feel a part of the group.
I look forward to reading more of her work.
November 4, 2024
everything about it!
Loved everything about it! I can’t wait to read all the others in the series. Love the amount of history in this historical novel. Plus we were treated to two romances in one read!
Loved everything about it! I can’t wait to read all the others in the series. Love the amount of history in this historical novel. Plus we were treated to two romances in one read!
December 16, 2025
An entertaining read
This is an entertaining read with strong characters and a good plot. The misunderstanding could probably have been unraveled a bit quicker, but eventually things work out in the end. Recommended for fans of the genre.
This is an entertaining read with strong characters and a good plot. The misunderstanding could probably have been unraveled a bit quicker, but eventually things work out in the end. Recommended for fans of the genre.
December 14, 2021
Held my interest throughout
January 11, 2022
This was a delightful book! It was really well written and had great characters! Can't wait to read more from this author!
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October 28, 2024Truly enjoyed it. The characters were realistic and compelling. I was captivated by the storyline….not your typical romance novel,more substance
November 4, 2024
Misunderstanding
Can so many people stop causing mistakes before it is to late for redemption? Find out if all problems get resolved
Can so many people stop causing mistakes before it is to late for redemption? Find out if all problems get resolved
November 5, 2024
I liked it. a diversion from my normal.
December 9, 2024
A lot of characters and a lot of misunderstandings to be sorted out before we find three heas
March 7, 2025
A lovely story
September 11, 2024
L'unica sensazione che mi è rimasta è quella di fastidio per gli infiniti errori grammaticali contenuti nel testo. Traduzione pessima, sembra fatta con google traslate. Verbi messi a caso, nessun rispetto della consecutio, parole mancanti, aggettivi che non concordano con i sostantivi, e potrei continuare. Trama discreta, ma niente di che.
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