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Regency #1
Honor
Sometimes, falling in love isn't enough... Lady Verena Westbridge would rather die than marry. When her father accepts the depraved Percival Winters on her behalf, flight seems her only option and entering into menial service the perfect hiding place. Resigning herself to serving her own kind for the rest of her life, she naively believes she is safe. Lord Connor Northwicke arrives at a house party and rescues a young housemaid from the unwelcome advances of a brute. Feeling the need to be near her, he offers her friendship. But her disguise is undone and he must save her from her father by doing the very thing she fears the most. He must marry her. As Verena's past emerges in bits and pieces, fear threatens to overcome love. Verena must fight for her marriage...and her sanity.
294 pages, Paperback
First published May 3, 2011
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Jaimey Grant
21 books167 followersI'm an author who battles ADD with sporadic doses of writing, book cover design, blogging, online promotion, homeschooling my two kids, fermenting things with my husband (mostly beer), video games, reading, and housework. (The housework suffers.) I sleep and eat when I remember.
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August 21, 2011
For those who like meat in their regency romance but prefer it without steam, it doesn't come better than Jaimey Grant. Not afraid of tackling dark or controversial subjects, Ms. Grant deftly weaves romance into lives where reality is much more harsh than 19th century aristocratic society would accept.
In "Honor" we follow the journey of a young Verena Westbridge, who has been brutally abused, then shunned and neglected by her family and left to deal with her shame in secrecy. While her extreme fears and inability to deal with them may grate on the reader, the reasons behind her terror make it impossible not to sympathize. The love of a kind and patient man who is willing to accept and encourage her in even the most extreme circumstances is her only hope for healing. Enter Connor Northwicke.
My only complaint was with the ending. We watched Connor's heart and patience wrenched to the limits throughout the story and fell in love with him because of it. By the end we really needed him to be rewarded. Instead, we were given five months of nothing from Verena then a sudden, abrupt happy-now finish. Very disappointing after such a heart-rending read.
In "Honor" we follow the journey of a young Verena Westbridge, who has been brutally abused, then shunned and neglected by her family and left to deal with her shame in secrecy. While her extreme fears and inability to deal with them may grate on the reader, the reasons behind her terror make it impossible not to sympathize. The love of a kind and patient man who is willing to accept and encourage her in even the most extreme circumstances is her only hope for healing. Enter Connor Northwicke.
My only complaint was with the ending. We watched Connor's heart and patience wrenched to the limits throughout the story and fell in love with him because of it. By the end we really needed him to be rewarded. Instead, we were given five months of nothing from Verena then a sudden, abrupt happy-now finish. Very disappointing after such a heart-rending read.
September 21, 2011
Before Jaimey Grant’s Honor, I had never read a modern Regency romance and, save for a few classic authors such as Jane Austen, I’ve never been a big romance novel reader at all. So I was beyond pleasantly surprised by just how much I loved this beautiful story and to find I absolutely could not put it down until I read the last word.
The novel opens with Lady Verena Westbridge fleeing her home so as to escape being forced into marriage. At first it seems that, perhaps, she is simply a strong-willed woman who disdains the customs of her day, but as her story unfolds, it becomes clear that her desire not to marry has a much more tragic foundation than only that of wishing to avoid a relationship with the loutish noble her father has chosen for her. Hiding her true identity and working as a housemaid, she is rescued from the unwanted attentions of one of the homeowner’s guests by Lord Connor Northwicke, who befriends Verena despite her efforts to dissuade him. When the truth of her station is discovered, however, Verena is forced to accept Connor’s offer of marriage to save her from her father’s terrible choice of husbands. It is only then, as she struggles with her new role of wife, that an understanding of her fears of marriage are brought to light, Connor’s patient attempt to earn her trust allowing her to slowly reveal the abuses she’s endured in her past.
The depth and sensitivity with which the author portrays the horrific pain and humiliation Verena has suffered and the realistic depiction of her heartrending journey toward healing are exceptional, as is her portrait of both Connor’s gentle patience and terrible frustration as he tries to help Verena overcome her fears. This story offers the best and truest type of romance, for me, as Connor’s desire for Verena is born of real love, not simply physical attraction. Despite his natural human passions, his respect for Verena as a person and his longing to be with the woman he loves for everything he sees in her, gives Connor the strength of will to help her heal so she might know love in its fullness as well. Although the romance is not steamy in the sense of being graphic, there is definitely no lack of passion in this story, and both Connor’s frustrated desires and Verena’s conflicted feelings are extremely palpable and very moving.
A beautifully-written and well-crafted story, I highly recommend this novel to any reader looking for an amazing historical romance which shows why there is no true love without honor for the beloved. I eagerly look forward to reading more works by this talented author.
(I won this book in a blog contest, but was under no obligation to write a review.)
The novel opens with Lady Verena Westbridge fleeing her home so as to escape being forced into marriage. At first it seems that, perhaps, she is simply a strong-willed woman who disdains the customs of her day, but as her story unfolds, it becomes clear that her desire not to marry has a much more tragic foundation than only that of wishing to avoid a relationship with the loutish noble her father has chosen for her. Hiding her true identity and working as a housemaid, she is rescued from the unwanted attentions of one of the homeowner’s guests by Lord Connor Northwicke, who befriends Verena despite her efforts to dissuade him. When the truth of her station is discovered, however, Verena is forced to accept Connor’s offer of marriage to save her from her father’s terrible choice of husbands. It is only then, as she struggles with her new role of wife, that an understanding of her fears of marriage are brought to light, Connor’s patient attempt to earn her trust allowing her to slowly reveal the abuses she’s endured in her past.
The depth and sensitivity with which the author portrays the horrific pain and humiliation Verena has suffered and the realistic depiction of her heartrending journey toward healing are exceptional, as is her portrait of both Connor’s gentle patience and terrible frustration as he tries to help Verena overcome her fears. This story offers the best and truest type of romance, for me, as Connor’s desire for Verena is born of real love, not simply physical attraction. Despite his natural human passions, his respect for Verena as a person and his longing to be with the woman he loves for everything he sees in her, gives Connor the strength of will to help her heal so she might know love in its fullness as well. Although the romance is not steamy in the sense of being graphic, there is definitely no lack of passion in this story, and both Connor’s frustrated desires and Verena’s conflicted feelings are extremely palpable and very moving.
A beautifully-written and well-crafted story, I highly recommend this novel to any reader looking for an amazing historical romance which shows why there is no true love without honor for the beloved. I eagerly look forward to reading more works by this talented author.
(I won this book in a blog contest, but was under no obligation to write a review.)
August 24, 2012
Hmmmmm, I am torn at how to rate this book....It started out jumping into things quite quickly.... The book begins with our heroine (Verena) in great distress...having to run away from an abusive father and from being forced into marriage with a less then desirable character...very quickly she is saved by the swoon-worthy hero by entering into a marriage of convienance with him(which I must add are story-lines I love:)....I really was enjoying (actually loving) a lot of the story. I must say though...after the marriage...to me, the cleanliness of the book is pushed a little bit...it's definitley borderline. Though they are married....a lot(and I mean A LOT) of the book is based on whether or not they are able to consummate their marriage. (The Heroine is dealing with some very major psychological issues because of being raped when she was young...it is heartbreaking...)It eventually becomes a tiny bit more descriptive then I like to read. The book deals with some very very serious issues.....and I would most definitely say this is NOT a young adult read. All in all, I actually did like quite a few things about the book...I just wish some of the story would have been handled differently. I do want to read the other books in the series...I'm hoping they are not as "borderline" in the clean department...(and I figure they probably will be seems how they are most likely not dealing with the "rape" issues) I do have to add one more thing...I lOVED Connor's character(The hero) He was Verena's reg. knight in shining armor:)...BUT... then toward the end...I was so disappointed that the author stuck in the info of him admitting to keeping a mistress (BEFORE he was married...but STILL....WHY oh WHY do authors feel the need to stick mistresses in SOOOOO many Regency books??? I know I know...it's historical fact that it happened...but still do we have to hear about it?? I hate that.)
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December 29, 2011
Synopsis: Lady Verena Westbridge would rather die than marry. When her father accepts the depraved Percival Winters on her behalf, flight seems her only option and entering into menial service the perfect hiding place. Resigning herself to serving her own kind for the rest of her life, she naively believes she is safe.
Lord Connor Northwicke arrives at a house party and rescues a young housemaid from the unwelcome advances of a brute. Feeling the need to be near her, he offers her friendship. But her disguise is undone and he must save her from her own father by doing the very thing she fears most. He must marry her.
As Verena's past emerges in bits and pieces, fear threatens to overcome love. Verena must fight for her marriage... and her sanity.
Review: For the most part, I thought this was a very good book. I was initially disappointed with the ending because I felt like there were parts of the story that didn't get wrapped up. That opinion changed when I found out that the author intends to have some of the characters in this book making appearances in future books. I realized that the way that this book ended was perfect because now I am looking forward to reading those books when they come out.
I believe that this book would appeal to not only the hopeless romantic, but anyone that enjoys historical fiction and more specifically the Regency Era.
Lord Connor Northwicke arrives at a house party and rescues a young housemaid from the unwelcome advances of a brute. Feeling the need to be near her, he offers her friendship. But her disguise is undone and he must save her from her own father by doing the very thing she fears most. He must marry her.
As Verena's past emerges in bits and pieces, fear threatens to overcome love. Verena must fight for her marriage... and her sanity.
Review: For the most part, I thought this was a very good book. I was initially disappointed with the ending because I felt like there were parts of the story that didn't get wrapped up. That opinion changed when I found out that the author intends to have some of the characters in this book making appearances in future books. I realized that the way that this book ended was perfect because now I am looking forward to reading those books when they come out.
I believe that this book would appeal to not only the hopeless romantic, but anyone that enjoys historical fiction and more specifically the Regency Era.
January 9, 2012
Crap, I had high hopes for this book. I read reviews calling Ms. Grant a "clean romance" writer. Well, I guess my idea of clean is a little more conservative. I almost didn’t finish (I probably shouldn’t have) but I liked the story and characters.
Not one I would recommend for friends. I ended up purchasing 3 of her books and I don’t think I will read them. Dang it! I hate it when I find a author who writes in the regency area and I believe they are clean, then find out different. Why do you have to read 5 not so clean to find one good one! Grrrr
Not one I would recommend for friends. I ended up purchasing 3 of her books and I don’t think I will read them. Dang it! I hate it when I find a author who writes in the regency area and I believe they are clean, then find out different. Why do you have to read 5 not so clean to find one good one! Grrrr
August 24, 2012
I really liked this book. The hero was such a great one. This really made me think about the scars that would be left for a rape victim to have to cope with. I thought the book was well written and couldn't put it down until it was finished. I will certainly read more from this author. I probably wouldn't recommend this book to young readers.
June 8, 2011
I loved this book! Jaimey Grant is brilliant. A touchy subject, and a journey into healing and love that will grip you all the way.
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July 20, 2011Fun read by a super friend. I enjoyed the main male character a great deal--his maturity was refreshing.
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I feel like I just read an outline of a book, it could’ve been so good
December 6, 2011
"Honor" is the story of one of my favorite characters from Jaimey Grant's Regency world, Lady Verena Westbridge. The tale begins with Verena fleeing her home rather than marry the depraved gentleman chosen by her father.
As is often the case with romance novels, the story sees Verena pretending to be a lady's maid. She has the necessary skills because her father, an earl, did not see fit to provide her with one.
In any event, scandal eventually ensues and Verena is whisked into a marriage of convenience by Lord Connor Northwicke. The action is fast-paced as we watch the two of them try to negotiate their way through society and life together, and as the story of Verena's past unfolds.
I did see the "who caused the scandal" coming fairly easily, but that is *likewise* often the case with romance novels.
The book also introduces two of my favorite characters from the series, Bri and Adam (who are featured in Betrayal, my favorite of Ms. Grant's tales).
Fans of Regency romance are sure to enjoy "Honor."
As is often the case with romance novels, the story sees Verena pretending to be a lady's maid. She has the necessary skills because her father, an earl, did not see fit to provide her with one.
In any event, scandal eventually ensues and Verena is whisked into a marriage of convenience by Lord Connor Northwicke. The action is fast-paced as we watch the two of them try to negotiate their way through society and life together, and as the story of Verena's past unfolds.
I did see the "who caused the scandal" coming fairly easily, but that is *likewise* often the case with romance novels.
The book also introduces two of my favorite characters from the series, Bri and Adam (who are featured in Betrayal, my favorite of Ms. Grant's tales).
Fans of Regency romance are sure to enjoy "Honor."
August 6, 2016
I got 5 of Jaimey Grant's ebooks free in a day-after-Thanksgiving special. I've been curious to read them for a while now, but I'm picky about books I pay for. Although I think these books are only a few $$.
I enjoyed all of the stories for the most part. There is the standard misunderstandings and secrets that cause all sorts of problems for most of the story. But it was fun. All of the stories felt like they ended too quickly and too easily after all the conflict throughout the story. Some of the stories' endings still left lingering questions about how it was possible ... but maybe I missed something that explained my questions.
There is an order to read the books in ... which I didn't know when I started. If you read out of order then it's confusing. All of the books are about different main characters that are all connected in all of the books. There was too much information the reader was expected to know and understand about the history of characters from book-to-book.
I enjoyed all of the stories for the most part. There is the standard misunderstandings and secrets that cause all sorts of problems for most of the story. But it was fun. All of the stories felt like they ended too quickly and too easily after all the conflict throughout the story. Some of the stories' endings still left lingering questions about how it was possible ... but maybe I missed something that explained my questions.
There is an order to read the books in ... which I didn't know when I started. If you read out of order then it's confusing. All of the books are about different main characters that are all connected in all of the books. There was too much information the reader was expected to know and understand about the history of characters from book-to-book.
August 31, 2012
Lady Verena Westbridge finds herself running from the abuse of her father, and the marriage he has arranged for her, becoming a servant, and changing her accent , she hopes to keep her identity a secret.
When she meets Lord Connor Northwicke, he takes intrest in her and earns her friendship. But when everyone learns who she really is and her father comes to take her back Connor can't stand by and let her father marry her off to such a distasteful man.
Connor must marry her. As Verena's past haunts her her fear of men puts a struggle on her marriage. Verena must find a way to put her past behind her and learn to trust Connor or lose her husband and her state of mind.
I loved this story, it keeps you on end, wanting Verena to accept her husband and show her love to him, yet you are heart broke for what she has endured and feel helpless for her.
This is the type of story that invites you in and grabs a hold of you and takes you on a journey with the characters as if your apart of it.
This is a Great Regency Romance.
I hope to read more of Jaimey Grants novels.
When she meets Lord Connor Northwicke, he takes intrest in her and earns her friendship. But when everyone learns who she really is and her father comes to take her back Connor can't stand by and let her father marry her off to such a distasteful man.
Connor must marry her. As Verena's past haunts her her fear of men puts a struggle on her marriage. Verena must find a way to put her past behind her and learn to trust Connor or lose her husband and her state of mind.
I loved this story, it keeps you on end, wanting Verena to accept her husband and show her love to him, yet you are heart broke for what she has endured and feel helpless for her.
This is the type of story that invites you in and grabs a hold of you and takes you on a journey with the characters as if your apart of it.
This is a Great Regency Romance.
I hope to read more of Jaimey Grants novels.
April 11, 2016
Why did I finish reading this pathetic book? Sometimes you just can't look away from the train wreck. I read one of Grants books every year and then ask myself why and remember again why I don't like her writing style or her horribly sad characters that are overly dramatic and silly. The main character in this book said very little, screamed and cried more then anything and I just didn't understand why the hero put up with it all. The girl had good reason, I don't know how she isn't in a mental hospital after all she has been threw and I really didn't want to read about it. I'm more of a happier book reader.The Hero was a good man but geezzz does no one have any morals in Grants books. They drink and sleep around and generally just do what feels good until it gets them in trouble. I think what I dislike most is a disconnect I feel whenever reading her books.Grants books have a high sensuality level with some detail but nothing graphic, but a little on the not for me side.
January 2, 2012
This is a compelling story that is hard to put down. I was lucky to get Jaimey's books free the day after Thanksgiving. I have been curious about them since she moderates one of the clean reads book groups that I enjoy in goodreads. She warned that this one was pretty warm for a clean read. I have to agree. However I can see why given the trauma that the main character is trying to overcome. Her Hero couldn't be more perfect. I really enjoyed the story.
December 24, 2011
i'm beginning to think that the uber-popular regency romance genre is just not my thing...
March 29, 2012
I liked it but it had a really rushed ending - almost everything finished in two pages. Too abrupt and left me feeling a little cheated.
December 14, 2012
This was recommended by a clean romance group, but it was awfully full of sex-not graphic detail, but too much information for my taste. Interesting story line.
June 22, 2015
This one really does toe the line when it comes to remaining clean. I do like that it addresses serious issues.
February 13, 2014
Loved the characters, great read.
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