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Never the Bride #12.5
Always the Reverend
Always the reverend but never the groom—but not this Christmas…
Joseph never thought that becoming a vicar would separate him completely from his flock—and all marital prospects.
But this Christmas, he's back with his sister and thinking wistfully of the lady in his congregation that he cannot take his eyes off.
Who has suddenly appeared in Bristol.
Will he be able to escape the trappings of his position, and speak openly to the woman he loves?
This novella is a steamy Regency romance with a happily ever after, no cliffhangers, and is part of a series that can be read in any order.
(Note: This story was first published as part of the Dragonblade Publishing Boxed set Star of Wonder, November 2021)
Joseph never thought that becoming a vicar would separate him completely from his flock—and all marital prospects.
But this Christmas, he's back with his sister and thinking wistfully of the lady in his congregation that he cannot take his eyes off.
Who has suddenly appeared in Bristol.
Will he be able to escape the trappings of his position, and speak openly to the woman he loves?
This novella is a steamy Regency romance with a happily ever after, no cliffhangers, and is part of a series that can be read in any order.
(Note: This story was first published as part of the Dragonblade Publishing Boxed set Star of Wonder, November 2021)
57 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 11, 2021
About the author
Emily E.K. Murdoch
148 books286 followersEmily E.K. Murdoch is also known as Emily Murdoch.
Emily Murdoch is a medieval historian and writer. Throughout her career so far she has examined a codex and transcribed medieval sermons at the Bodleian Library in Oxford, designed part of an exhibition for the Yorkshire Museum, worked as a researcher for a BBC documentary presented by Ian Hislop, and worked at Polesden Lacey with the National Trust. She has a degree in History and English, and a Masters in Medieval Studies, both from the University of York. Emily is currently working on a new four part Regency novella series, two of which are now published.
You can follow her on twitter and instagram @emilyekmurdoch, find her on facebook at www.facebook.com/theemilyekmurdoch, and read her blog at www.emilyekmurdoch.com
Emily Murdoch is a medieval historian and writer. Throughout her career so far she has examined a codex and transcribed medieval sermons at the Bodleian Library in Oxford, designed part of an exhibition for the Yorkshire Museum, worked as a researcher for a BBC documentary presented by Ian Hislop, and worked at Polesden Lacey with the National Trust. She has a degree in History and English, and a Masters in Medieval Studies, both from the University of York. Emily is currently working on a new four part Regency novella series, two of which are now published.
You can follow her on twitter and instagram @emilyekmurdoch, find her on facebook at www.facebook.com/theemilyekmurdoch, and read her blog at www.emilyekmurdoch.com
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Displaying 1 - 7 of 7 reviews
July 26, 2022
I purchased this as part of a multi-author bundle called STAR OF WONDER.
Short novella, but very sweet about two very shy people. Our H is a reverend and only sees himself as such, not as a man someone would be interested in. The h is part of his congregation and feels he doesn't see her.
Two souls who end up forgetting their shyness and find their voice to say what is in their hearts.
Clean story, no cheating, some romance, HEA. (ljb)
Short novella, but very sweet about two very shy people. Our H is a reverend and only sees himself as such, not as a man someone would be interested in. The h is part of his congregation and feels he doesn't see her.
Two souls who end up forgetting their shyness and find their voice to say what is in their hearts.
Clean story, no cheating, some romance, HEA. (ljb)
July 28, 2022
Good short story
This is a good story about a couple that is shy but in love with each other.
Emily Murdoch writes a good story.
This is a good story about a couple that is shy but in love with each other.
Emily Murdoch writes a good story.
December 21, 2023
Cute and awkward! I’ve never read a HR with the reverend as the hero, my only impression of regency reverends is Mr. Collins. This guy is probably just as awkward but he’s hot so it’s more of a Hugh grant “handsomely befuddled” type of vibe, instead of just straight up cringe.
September 1, 2023
A very short story, but so sweet. I thoroughly enjoyed it - loved it! 5☆
August 2, 2022
A very sweet tale of a Reverend who is shy and tongue tied and wants to be seen as a man more than Reverend.
Harriet has admired Joseph for years and does not think she will ever have a chance with him.
When she sees him in Bristol they meet for weeks taking and staring out at sea.
Rev Joseph is still afraid and delightful Harriet takes things into her own hands for a HEA!
Harriet has admired Joseph for years and does not think she will ever have a chance with him.
When she sees him in Bristol they meet for weeks taking and staring out at sea.
Rev Joseph is still afraid and delightful Harriet takes things into her own hands for a HEA!
July 10, 2023
Sweet.
A short and sweet (painfully sweet) read, fitting in nicely alongside the “Never the Bride” series by Emily E K Murdoch.
A short and sweet (painfully sweet) read, fitting in nicely alongside the “Never the Bride” series by Emily E K Murdoch.
November 19, 2024
I can take one lead being shy, but not both.
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