This is a great collection of clean Regency romances. These are three of my favorite authors, and I love their latest novellas!
A Match for Princess Pompous by Sarah M. Eden
Odette has spend her Seasons earning the nickname "Princess Pompous"--because if no one likes her, no one can ask for her hand and her parents can't push her into a marriage she doesn't want. And if her beloved Jack is successful in dodging Miss Summerfield for the remainder of the Season, then maybe, just maybe, when they return to their country homes, Odette and Jack can convince their parents to allow them to wed. The two receive an unexpected complication, though, when Odette's parents hire Adelaide Northrup--a matchmaker--to find their daughter a match.
The idea of a matchmaker was awesome; I don't think I've read another Regency story with that plot line, so it was a fun and unique aspect to the story, and I enjoyed seeing how Mrs. Northrup sorted things out. I sincerely hope we see more of her in future stories, because she was great. I also liked Jack's friend Terrance quite a bit. I love Sarah Eden's stories, and this was no exception.
Confections and Pretense by Annette Lyon
While Anne Preston dreams of opening her own shop someday, for now, she works at someone else's shopping, crafting desserts and trying not to let her loneliness tear her apart. When a handsome American visits the shop, she is drawn to him and can't help thinking about him, even though she knows an impoverished old maid like her could never be a match for someone like him. But Davis Whitledge doesn't hold with British class ideals, and the more he sees of Anne, the more he wants to see her.
This was so interesting, as the characters weren't the typical ones you see in a Regency romance. While I love traditional Regencies, I also really enjoy seeing what life was like for people besides those in the high Society.
Little London by Heather Moore
When Ellen dances in a meadow near her home, imagining she's at ball in London, she doesn't expect to be seen by anyone. But Quinn Edwards sees her--and dances with her. And when he returns to London, he can't get her out of his thoughts, but he also isn't sure how, as a marquess, he can make a match with the daughter of a country tradesman. This was just a delightful story. Ellen and Quinn were just terrific characters; I loved them. Quinn's brother Robert was pretty great, too. This was sweet and funny and just a great read!
I received a complimentary copy of the book. All opinions are my own.
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