Welcome back everyone, after a very busy couple of weeks we’re back into a nice routine of two reviews as week. Today’s novel is taking us back to regency Bath, which is interesting because I don’t think I’ve ever read a book set in Bath before.
I think I’ve mentioned this before, but I have a habit of picking up regency/historical romances partway through or near the end of a series. This one is no exception. How do I keep doing this to myself?!
Luckily, I tend to do it with stories that have enough separation that it doesn’t ruin it. That is also true of this one. Although I did think it was going to be raunchier than it ended up being right at the start. I mean, Laurie did set us up with Clara and Lane fantasising about each other when they first met. So, it’s safe to assume it’s not going to be G or PG rated (I’m thinking Australian standards with those, I think the US is more relaxed than us with their ratings so not sure what the equivalent is, sorry!). Since they’re an older couple than normal (not that like 40 is old) it kind of explains why it went that way so quickly.
I loved the romance that was built and how they got to know each other in such a relaxed, informal and natural way. Sometimes these can feel a little forced. But I loved how Laurie had them running into each other. Or remembering little details and so trying in the hopes they’d see the other person. It gave it a sweet feel that many regency romances lack but really worked for their story.
The one thing that frustrated me was the development of the business side towards the end. If I say much more, I’ll totally spoil it for you, but I do think it could have been done better. I honestly felt like I was screaming in my head for them to do what they did coz it was so obvious. Both times!
Thank you for reading and I hope you enjoyed this review; on Monday I’ll be reviewing Give me a Dream by Zoe Ann Wood. Continue to read further down to find out about the author and any extra giveaways available.
Author Bio
Laurie Benson is an award-winning author who writes flirty and frisky Regency romances. She began her writing career as an advertising copywriter, where she learned more than you could ever want to know about hot dogs and credit score reports. Now, she is happy to put that behind her and spend her time writing stories that take her and her readers on a romantic adventure. When she isn’t at her laptop avoiding laundry, Laurie can be found browsing antique shops, going on ridiculously long hikes, or sitting in her car on the school pickup line. She lives with her husband and two sons in a house filled with testosterone—even her bunny is a boy.
You can find Laurie on Pinterest and various social media channels.
