Heyyyyy Reader Friends! Long time, no talk. I’m here today with some historical romance reviews. The fun part is that these are all books I read several months ago and have vague memories of. However, the vibes have been imprinted on my brain, so I’m running with that. What I know for absolute sure is that I enjoyed reading all of these!
The Love Remedy: Elizabeth Everett
Thanks to Berkley Publishing for the free digital copy in exchange for an honest review! This book is available now.
First, I love this cover. Second, I love a mystery/romance blend! Strong-willed apothecary Lucy and grumpy private detective Jonathan were an intriguing match, although I do think that Jonathan was a bit too judgy at times. However, that’s my opinion as a woman who doesn’t live in the Victorian era. Lucy is determined, ambitious, and willing to do what is needed to help others.
A Governess’s Guide to Passion and Peril: Manda Collins
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I’m a big fan of this series by Manda Collins, and this was another fun one! Like The Love Remedy, I love the blend of mystery and romance and the Victorian period. We met both main characters in the last book and I knew immediately they would be featured next. MMC Lord Adrian is SO charming and swoon-worthy. FMC Jane (as the governess) is intelligent, caring, and definitely NOT constantly thinking about her past(?) crush on Adrian. There is a lot of action too!
Never Met A Duke Like You: Amalie Howard
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It took me WAY too long to read this one! I loved Howard’s first book in her “Taming of the Dukes” series, and “Never Met a Duke Like You” was just as fun. Vesper is whip-smart and strong, and Greydon made me feel all melty inside. They have so much history and misunderstandings to work through, as well as current issues. Plus, there is a kitten! All of the friends from the first book are back, and I’m excited to read the next book!
The Stranger I Wed: Harper St. George
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Here’s a Gilded Age historical romance! I haven’t read many historical novels from this period, but I thoroughly enjoyed this one. American heiress Cora is smart, independent, and carries the world on her shoulders…she’s the eldest daughter, need I say more? British Leo Brendon is a tall rugby-playing, politically progressive earl…need I say more lol? I love a marriage of convenience where the two main characters are actually crazy about each other! I will definitely continue the series!
I have many more historical romances on my ARC (and TBR) list, so stay tuned for a new batch of reviews in this “series.”
I hope you’re all reading a good book today!
The Bookish Bird 