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Wedding Trouble #2
Dukes Prefer Bluestockings
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Charlotte Butterworth may be on her first London season, but she already knows she will never marry. Nothing interests her as much as numbers, and numbers seem to be of absolutely no interest to anyone else. And then there's...the secret.
Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, can marry the best. He's handsome and charming and perfect. In fact, he's been betrothed to the darling of the ton since he was seven, even if he does keep on putting off the wedding.
When the roguish Duke of Vernon gains possession of some terrible, utterly shocking news about Charlotte, Charlotte needs to act quickly to keep the duke from revealing her secret.
Charlotte Butterworth may be on her first London season, but she already knows she will never marry. Nothing interests her as much as numbers, and numbers seem to be of absolutely no interest to anyone else. And then there's...the secret.
Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, can marry the best. He's handsome and charming and perfect. In fact, he's been betrothed to the darling of the ton since he was seven, even if he does keep on putting off the wedding.
When the roguish Duke of Vernon gains possession of some terrible, utterly shocking news about Charlotte, Charlotte needs to act quickly to keep the duke from revealing her secret.
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First published September 25, 2018
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October 2, 2018
The couple in this book, Callum and Charlotte, were introduced in the previous book, and precisely because Callum fell in love with someone not qualified to be his duchess, that Hamish, his brother, became involved in the history and ended up falling in love with Georgiana, Charlotte's sis.
The main couple could not be more inadequate for each other... and that's exactly why they were perfect to be together.
Callum felt guilt for years, which was only released thanks to Charlotte's cunning. She, in turn, also had her secrets and needed Callum to see her own worth.
An absurdly funny novel, with hilarious scenes, and some even emotional.
Another historical romance great success.
The series can be read as stand alone, but if you read the previous book, you'll get to know the characters even better.
5 stars
The main couple could not be more inadequate for each other... and that's exactly why they were perfect to be together.
Callum felt guilt for years, which was only released thanks to Charlotte's cunning. She, in turn, also had her secrets and needed Callum to see her own worth.
An absurdly funny novel, with hilarious scenes, and some even emotional.
Another historical romance great success.
The series can be read as stand alone, but if you read the previous book, you'll get to know the characters even better.
5 stars
June 17, 2019
DNF.
I loved the blurb but the first 20% was so heavy and Callum so abused, it left a bad taste in my mouth.
My Rating: 3 stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
I loved the blurb but the first 20% was so heavy and Callum so abused, it left a bad taste in my mouth.
My Rating: 3 stars
Reviewed by: Mrs. N
September 25, 2018
So i just finished Don’t Tie The Knot last night, I had to hurry as Dukes Prefer Bluestockings was released today.
It is my third read by this author and each one was like a road trip, a journey with stages, each stage showing the evolution of the characters.
After Hamish and Georgiana, here is Callum and Charlotte story. They were the first couple but their relationship had a kind of mystery in the previous book, they were not easy to comprehend as we had just glimpses of them through the lenses of their sister and brother.
Callum, the Duke of Vernon had not an easy upbringing, he was belittled and bribed by his guardian and spent most of his life with a guilt he should never had felt. Why he choose a path to the opposite of what was expected from a Peer, much more a Duke.
But behind the facade, there is still a little boy who dreams of more than he can hope.
Until Charlotte who set him free from his guilt and his “duty”.
Charlotte was lucky to be born in a loving family, what she lacked of health, she got with love and care. But this time, it seems to not be enough.
Only Callum whom she met the most offensive way knows!
As she tries to convince him to keep her secret from the family, she is able to help him to sort out he was deceived.
This book has the usual evidence of the author’s talent, funny banters, witty dialogue and strong characters.
“She was probably wondering why no one else was speaking.
Charlotte knew English.
She had been taught. In fact she’d read many books written entirely in English, but right now she wasn’t certain if she’d ever learned an approximation of the order in which words were supposed to be spoken.”
There was also probably the most hilarious mariage proposal I have read for long!
I try to imagine the scene, the Duke on his knee, the mother running everywhere her arms up, the father still reading and just throwing bothering glances, the bride-to-be trying to find a hole to hide in with her older sister assessing the moment and rating it!
As for the other books, miscommunication set them apart. While it was short for Hamish and Georgiana, here it was longer. Yes, she grew a spine during their time apart, but what it necessary to be so long?
Whatever, I will read the next one in this series and surly the other work by Bianca Blythe.
It is my third read by this author and each one was like a road trip, a journey with stages, each stage showing the evolution of the characters.
After Hamish and Georgiana, here is Callum and Charlotte story. They were the first couple but their relationship had a kind of mystery in the previous book, they were not easy to comprehend as we had just glimpses of them through the lenses of their sister and brother.
Callum, the Duke of Vernon had not an easy upbringing, he was belittled and bribed by his guardian and spent most of his life with a guilt he should never had felt. Why he choose a path to the opposite of what was expected from a Peer, much more a Duke.
But behind the facade, there is still a little boy who dreams of more than he can hope.
Until Charlotte who set him free from his guilt and his “duty”.
Charlotte was lucky to be born in a loving family, what she lacked of health, she got with love and care. But this time, it seems to not be enough.
Only Callum whom she met the most offensive way knows!
As she tries to convince him to keep her secret from the family, she is able to help him to sort out he was deceived.
This book has the usual evidence of the author’s talent, funny banters, witty dialogue and strong characters.
“She was probably wondering why no one else was speaking.
Charlotte knew English.
She had been taught. In fact she’d read many books written entirely in English, but right now she wasn’t certain if she’d ever learned an approximation of the order in which words were supposed to be spoken.”
There was also probably the most hilarious mariage proposal I have read for long!
I try to imagine the scene, the Duke on his knee, the mother running everywhere her arms up, the father still reading and just throwing bothering glances, the bride-to-be trying to find a hole to hide in with her older sister assessing the moment and rating it!
As for the other books, miscommunication set them apart. While it was short for Hamish and Georgiana, here it was longer. Yes, she grew a spine during their time apart, but what it necessary to be so long?
Whatever, I will read the next one in this series and surly the other work by Bianca Blythe.
July 26, 2019
DNF--the main couple meet when the man is in a tree and crashes down onto the woman's carriage and forces her to take him wherever he wants to go, which makes her miss her doctor's appointment. Love interest, who has literally just met her less than 5 minutes ago, storms into the doctor's office and demands they tell him the news they just told her. Why? Because.....he's a duke? And therefore entitled to demand personal information about people he doesn't even know and gets to intrude on their private pain? And then once he hears the same news himself, he has a panic attack and faints because he also knew some other people Way to freaking make her incredibly bad news literally all about you, dude. The guy could finish the book having cured cancer and be made of puppies, literally nothing to erase how gross and absolutely invasive and selfish his actions were. So that's a hard pass from me.
September 26, 2018
This was an engaging story that reflected the attitudes of the day towards those of different stations in life. However this attitude was not typical of Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon. He had quite a troubled early life and an uncaring guardian. Charlotte Butterworth was a daughter of a vicar who had an aptitude for numbers. Their initial and subsequent meetings set them on a course that his family disapproved of. They had quite an adventure in a different setting. An entertaining read. I received a copy and have voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
December 4, 2019
A bit disappointed, I usually love this authors books
Update . 12/4/19 had to bring it down to one star after reading book 4. Had i read book 4 first i would have skipped this one completely
Side note : I’m killing the heroine off in child birth (in my mind)
Update . 12/4/19 had to bring it down to one star after reading book 4. Had i read book 4 first i would have skipped this one completely
Side note : I’m killing the heroine off in child birth (in my mind)
October 12, 2018
Ok
Wasn't a bad story, but the editing errors were numerous.
The h was a bit of a ninny when she ran.
Wasn't a bad story, but the editing errors were numerous.
The h was a bit of a ninny when she ran.
September 25, 2018
Bianca Blythe’s Dukes Prefer Bluestockings (Wedding Trouble Book 2) does everything a great Regency Romance should do. It takes an imponderable situation (here the possibility of a previously engaged Duke asking a Bluestocking to marry him) and does it in a way that not only works but does so in a period appropriate manner. Add in a perfect Bluestocking in honest math-loving Vicar’s daughter Charlotte Butterworth, plus a perfect damaged aristocrat in Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, plus the perfect cast (even, yes, a very much fun heroine’s mom who legitimately IS Mrs. Butterworth - I keep giggling at that name) and a plot that is sweetly, beautifully romantic in the best sense. The result is total reading pleasure. But for the fact that I’m literally dictating this review my husband from my hospital bed I could go on and on with praises - the book definitely deserves it. Since I can’t do that I will simply note that the book is most definitely one to read, and it is easy to highly recommend. I’m definitely looking forward to the next book in this series.
January 12, 2019
Duke's Prefer Bluestockings (Wedding Trouble Book 2)
The love story of Charlotte and Callum. When Callum was a bit of 7, his parents die and a neighbor toke him and his twin in. He was told that his parents left him poor and in debt and their own the Earl money and to pay the debt he will have to marry his daughter. Will he find out the truth?
Charlotte is a Vista's daughter and she is great with numbers, on her way to a doctor's appointment a man jump into her cart, that is when she meet the Duke. While at the doctor she is told that she has maybe six months to live. Can she find help Callum in that time? Great story.
The love story of Charlotte and Callum. When Callum was a bit of 7, his parents die and a neighbor toke him and his twin in. He was told that his parents left him poor and in debt and their own the Earl money and to pay the debt he will have to marry his daughter. Will he find out the truth?
Charlotte is a Vista's daughter and she is great with numbers, on her way to a doctor's appointment a man jump into her cart, that is when she meet the Duke. While at the doctor she is told that she has maybe six months to live. Can she find help Callum in that time? Great story.
February 9, 2020
Decent enough story about a woman who thinks she's dying and so agrees to marry a duke & save him from an arranged marriage.
June 19, 2019
I wanted to love this book.
Truly.
However, whomever edited it did it a great disservice.
I prefer to be lost in a book and its characters, but when “Charlotte” becomes “Georgiana” from one paragraph to the next, when she is then referred to as Miss Butterfield instead of Butterworth, and whole passages are repeated to the point that I have to re-read the page to ensure I’m not seeing things, well, it’s hard to stay immersed in the story.
Further to that, bits of the story felt disjointed and drawn out for no purpose other than to extend word count.
With a good editor, this could have been a darling romance, but I found it rather disappointing.
Truly.
However, whomever edited it did it a great disservice.
I prefer to be lost in a book and its characters, but when “Charlotte” becomes “Georgiana” from one paragraph to the next, when she is then referred to as Miss Butterfield instead of Butterworth, and whole passages are repeated to the point that I have to re-read the page to ensure I’m not seeing things, well, it’s hard to stay immersed in the story.
Further to that, bits of the story felt disjointed and drawn out for no purpose other than to extend word count.
With a good editor, this could have been a darling romance, but I found it rather disappointing.
June 12, 2019
A good first draft....
I can’t believe this author has written so many books. Callus and Charlotte can’t get married because his brother interfered. For heavens sake her father was a vicar and he could have married them. I know the plot required them to travel but change her father's job, then. There is way too much description of the environment. I needed to skip it too many times. I wouldn’t care to read any more books by this author.
I can’t believe this author has written so many books. Callus and Charlotte can’t get married because his brother interfered. For heavens sake her father was a vicar and he could have married them. I know the plot required them to travel but change her father's job, then. There is way too much description of the environment. I needed to skip it too many times. I wouldn’t care to read any more books by this author.
October 14, 2018
Poorly written and badly edited, my first Bianca Blythe and most likely my last. I don't have an issue with self-published books at all, but sometimes this really shows.
I understand this was a second in the series but I don't think having read the first would have helped. The plot was no more far-fetched than a lot of historical romance novels and I quite liked the characters too, the execution just really let them down.
A lot takes place in such a short novel, Callum learns about his dark past and uncovers some considerable family drama that's simply fixed in a few paragraphs at the end of the novel. I liked Callum and Charlotte and wanted more from them as a couple, considering this is a romance over 1/2 of the book took place before their hasty marriage and their getting to know one another, which apparently happened over weeks on Guernsey, was barely covered at all. This was the detail that I wanted, I wanted to see the relationship between the two build to make their eventual declarations actually have some impact.
Also, that sex scene? Nope.
Sorry, wouldn't be recommended this to anyone. However, it is free with Kindle Unlimited and Blythe's first, How to Capture a Duke appears to be free to anyone, so you've nothing to lose if you want to give Blythe a go and see for yourself.
I understand this was a second in the series but I don't think having read the first would have helped. The plot was no more far-fetched than a lot of historical romance novels and I quite liked the characters too, the execution just really let them down.
A lot takes place in such a short novel, Callum learns about his dark past and uncovers some considerable family drama that's simply fixed in a few paragraphs at the end of the novel. I liked Callum and Charlotte and wanted more from them as a couple, considering this is a romance over 1/2 of the book took place before their hasty marriage and their getting to know one another, which apparently happened over weeks on Guernsey, was barely covered at all. This was the detail that I wanted, I wanted to see the relationship between the two build to make their eventual declarations actually have some impact.
Also, that sex scene? Nope.
Sorry, wouldn't be recommended this to anyone. However, it is free with Kindle Unlimited and Blythe's first, How to Capture a Duke appears to be free to anyone, so you've nothing to lose if you want to give Blythe a go and see for yourself.
September 29, 2024
I enjoyed this book. It has intrigue, murder, and romance. The story moves along at a nice clip and is hard to put down. The only negative is I did feel there were several false starts. Callum pledges to get revenge from his wicked Uncle. But then Blythe kills the uncle off before anything like revenge can happen. Charlotte decides to leave the relationship but her reasoning doesn’t really make a lot of sense. On the whole, a good read.
July 7, 2019
I thought I was going to love this, as I did #1. No, just liked. It was a quick read, enjoyable in parts.
3☆
3☆
October 13, 2020
5 STARS, REGENCY ERA, LOVE & DEATH
The emotional shock & cruelty shown to the 7 year old Duke definitely comes across to the reader, this reader, who had a sense of sadness coupled with a feeling of loneliness and a gasp thinking how some adults can be so despicable to a very young child in need. Of course that all has an affect on the grown Duke who had never shared any of the info with his twin brother who was treated as one should be; so, Hamish knew nothing how Callum felt unfairly forced at a young age into an agreement to marry the daughter of the hated man.
At the beginning on her way to an appointment driving a wagon with a 13 yr old footman riding in the far back, Charlotte is just passing Rotten Row early in the morning & suddenly a man (the Duke) just drops hard on the other half of her front seat. All love stories have first meetings, the two had a vague idea of who the other was yet this was that one on one, looking into each other's face while paying attention to nuances in laughter, speaking & mannerisms.
The Duke shares her new news & life story & then later in different times, he confides about the old Eagles Books, then the cruelty, and finally it takes several times of why he feels more than pity. Charlotte has lots of love to give & Callum, needs it to be happy & stay successful for a lifetime, Duke.
The Duke of Vernon & his bride, Charlotte are 2 great people that made me smile during some of their escapades, I enjoyed most of the characters introduced & included that will probably show up in other Books in the Series WT. Recommend
The emotional shock & cruelty shown to the 7 year old Duke definitely comes across to the reader, this reader, who had a sense of sadness coupled with a feeling of loneliness and a gasp thinking how some adults can be so despicable to a very young child in need. Of course that all has an affect on the grown Duke who had never shared any of the info with his twin brother who was treated as one should be; so, Hamish knew nothing how Callum felt unfairly forced at a young age into an agreement to marry the daughter of the hated man.
At the beginning on her way to an appointment driving a wagon with a 13 yr old footman riding in the far back, Charlotte is just passing Rotten Row early in the morning & suddenly a man (the Duke) just drops hard on the other half of her front seat. All love stories have first meetings, the two had a vague idea of who the other was yet this was that one on one, looking into each other's face while paying attention to nuances in laughter, speaking & mannerisms.
The Duke shares her new news & life story & then later in different times, he confides about the old Eagles Books, then the cruelty, and finally it takes several times of why he feels more than pity. Charlotte has lots of love to give & Callum, needs it to be happy & stay successful for a lifetime, Duke.
The Duke of Vernon & his bride, Charlotte are 2 great people that made me smile during some of their escapades, I enjoyed most of the characters introduced & included that will probably show up in other Books in the Series WT. Recommend
September 27, 2018
I loved this book! It's a companion book to Don't Tie the Knot, this time telling the story of Callum and Charlotte. The narrator has a dry sense of humor, relaying events in a way that caused me to chuckle multiple times. When she describes an inability to walk or to speak due to nerves, it is stated in a matter-of-fact manner that recalls the ability to do so in the past and a confusion as to why this person is unable to do something so simple in the moment.
Callum and Charlotte both make some amusing observations. For example, Callum knows the stages of recognition that women would go through when they discovered he was a duke. This list is hysterical! Later, this exchange between Charlotte and her mother made me laugh:
“But, Mama,” Charlotte said quickly, “if he is right outside this door, he can probably hear everything you’re saying.”
“Oh? I’m not one for chemistry.”
“Physics,” Charlotte said. “You’re not one for physics.”
Mama beamed, “I had no idea you were so impressed by my chemistry skills.”
When Charlotte describes Callum, she thinks, “He was handsome, far more handsome than anyone had the right to be, as if he’d stolen the handsomeness from other people. Could there be enough beauty left in the world for others?”
Obviously, this is not the first book from Bianca Blythe that I have read, and because she is not as prolific as some other authors, there is enough time between her novels for me to forget just how good she is. It’s always a pleasant surprise to read one of her books and think, “Oh, that’s right. She’s really talented!”
Callum and Charlotte both make some amusing observations. For example, Callum knows the stages of recognition that women would go through when they discovered he was a duke. This list is hysterical! Later, this exchange between Charlotte and her mother made me laugh:
“But, Mama,” Charlotte said quickly, “if he is right outside this door, he can probably hear everything you’re saying.”
“Oh? I’m not one for chemistry.”
“Physics,” Charlotte said. “You’re not one for physics.”
Mama beamed, “I had no idea you were so impressed by my chemistry skills.”
When Charlotte describes Callum, she thinks, “He was handsome, far more handsome than anyone had the right to be, as if he’d stolen the handsomeness from other people. Could there be enough beauty left in the world for others?”
Obviously, this is not the first book from Bianca Blythe that I have read, and because she is not as prolific as some other authors, there is enough time between her novels for me to forget just how good she is. It’s always a pleasant surprise to read one of her books and think, “Oh, that’s right. She’s really talented!”
October 8, 2018
Synopsis:
Charlotte Butterworth may be on her first London season, but she already knows she will never marry. Nothing interests her as much as numbers, and numbers seem to be of absolutely no interest to anyone else. And then there's...the secret.
Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, can marry the best. He's handsome and charming and perfect. In fact, he's been betrothed to the darling of the ton since he was seven, even if he does keep on putting off the wedding.
When the roguish Duke of Vernon gains possession of some terrible, utterly shocking news about Charlotte, Charlotte needs to act quickly to keep the duke from revealing her secret.
My Thoughts:
We first met this couple at the end of Don't Tie The Knot, Hamish and Georgiana's story. Now we get to see how Charlotte and Callum met and came to wed.
It is an interesting story but by no means a sweet/clean novella so if that is what you are looking for steer clear.
Most of the books I have read by this author contain little or no intimate scenes. This one isn't like that. The intimacy is somewhat graphic and heated.
I liked this short read of less than 200 pages.
I gave it 4.4 of 5.0 stars for storyline and character development and a sensual rating of 3 (warm) of 5 flames.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book to read. This in no wat affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
Charlotte Butterworth may be on her first London season, but she already knows she will never marry. Nothing interests her as much as numbers, and numbers seem to be of absolutely no interest to anyone else. And then there's...the secret.
Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, can marry the best. He's handsome and charming and perfect. In fact, he's been betrothed to the darling of the ton since he was seven, even if he does keep on putting off the wedding.
When the roguish Duke of Vernon gains possession of some terrible, utterly shocking news about Charlotte, Charlotte needs to act quickly to keep the duke from revealing her secret.
My Thoughts:
We first met this couple at the end of Don't Tie The Knot, Hamish and Georgiana's story. Now we get to see how Charlotte and Callum met and came to wed.
It is an interesting story but by no means a sweet/clean novella so if that is what you are looking for steer clear.
Most of the books I have read by this author contain little or no intimate scenes. This one isn't like that. The intimacy is somewhat graphic and heated.
I liked this short read of less than 200 pages.
I gave it 4.4 of 5.0 stars for storyline and character development and a sensual rating of 3 (warm) of 5 flames.
I received a complimentary digital ARC of this book to read. This in no wat affected my opinion of this title which I read and reviewed voluntarily.
May 22, 2021
I struggled with this book. The way it started was troubling and yet intriguing at the same time. It opened the door for the reader to speculate about how the plot would play out. But then, just a few more chapters and the emotions of the reader went in a 180 degree turn into disbelief of what was being read. In all of the romance novels I have read, only one other has used this idea for a book and, although I read that other book many, many years ago, I have never forgotten it.
At least this book included a healthy dose of humor, for it was much needed. There was a good deal of drama, a great amount of angst, and there was a bit of intrigue all rolled into this book. The intrigue was more than hinted at here and there, but it was always just out of the reach of the reader.
It took a while for the chemistry and passion to be introduced between the two main characters, but when it did, it was enough to be believable. The things these two went through in order to be together was like no other romance book I have yet read.
The ending of this book was a nice change from the usual historical romance novel (I won't give it away ;) ), and it was well worth the reading. This book was decidedly better than the first in the series and more than likely earned a place among the Keeper for the Shelves books.
At least this book included a healthy dose of humor, for it was much needed. There was a good deal of drama, a great amount of angst, and there was a bit of intrigue all rolled into this book. The intrigue was more than hinted at here and there, but it was always just out of the reach of the reader.
It took a while for the chemistry and passion to be introduced between the two main characters, but when it did, it was enough to be believable. The things these two went through in order to be together was like no other romance book I have yet read.
The ending of this book was a nice change from the usual historical romance novel (I won't give it away ;) ), and it was well worth the reading. This book was decidedly better than the first in the series and more than likely earned a place among the Keeper for the Shelves books.
September 26, 2018
Charlotte Butterworth may be on her first London season, but she already knows she will never marry. Nothing interests her as much as numbers, and numbers seem to be of absolutely no interest to anyone else. And then there's the secret she’s hiding. Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, can marry the best. He's handsome and charming and perfect. In fact, he's been betrothed to the darling of the ton since he was seven, even if he does keep on putting off the wedding.
When Callum learns Charlotte’s secret he decides to act for himself.
An easy to read book, the characters have depth & the pace is good. We met Callum & Charlotte in the previous book, however this book could well stand on its own. Callum had a horrid childhood & at the beginning of the book I thought his childhood & him avenging the misdeeds would have featured more, I couldn’t come to terms with Callum walking away from Isla without a huge scandal. I look forward to the next book as Flora is definitely hiding something.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
When Callum learns Charlotte’s secret he decides to act for himself.
An easy to read book, the characters have depth & the pace is good. We met Callum & Charlotte in the previous book, however this book could well stand on its own. Callum had a horrid childhood & at the beginning of the book I thought his childhood & him avenging the misdeeds would have featured more, I couldn’t come to terms with Callum walking away from Isla without a huge scandal. I look forward to the next book as Flora is definitely hiding something.
My honest review is for a special copy I voluntarily read
November 14, 2018
Charlotte Butterworth, 2nd daughter of a Vicar is attending her first season. She is able to do this because her mother came from a titled family but Charlotte already knows she will never marry - besides her love lies with numbers which is a negative for a young lady looking for a match. Charlotte discovers some secrets; not only about herself but about a very handsome Duke.
Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, has is all - charming, wealthy, handsome, a popular rogue & he has been engaged to the darling of the Ton since he was 7 years old, although he only feels friendship toward her & keeps delaying the wedding.
The overly handsome Duke accidentally hears some terrible news about Charlotte & after she discovers Callum knows her secret, she must quickly find a way to keep him from revealing her secret to anyone.
I loved their journey - they were kind, loving, understanding, humorous & became wonderful friends before their HEA ever happened. I highly recommend this read & know you will enjoy it too!
Callum Montgomery, Duke of Vernon, has is all - charming, wealthy, handsome, a popular rogue & he has been engaged to the darling of the Ton since he was 7 years old, although he only feels friendship toward her & keeps delaying the wedding.
The overly handsome Duke accidentally hears some terrible news about Charlotte & after she discovers Callum knows her secret, she must quickly find a way to keep him from revealing her secret to anyone.
I loved their journey - they were kind, loving, understanding, humorous & became wonderful friends before their HEA ever happened. I highly recommend this read & know you will enjoy it too!
January 14, 2022
Historical romances are far from historically acurate but this is too much for me. Breaking an engagement was THE social faux pas. The duke, his wife and the lady all would've become social pariahs.
Him because no gentleman should break his word and be trusted not to with other gentlemen. The wife because no woman would trust her with their husbands and she'd have been the sort gentlemen made lewd bets about in their clubs. The jilted lady would be seen as having something wrong with her to be set aside after decades of being betrothed.
Aside from which being a duke would've meant he'd be attending the king at court more often than the other lords and the king would've wanted the appearance of honour and such a long betrothal would've been enforced by the king. He'd have had to enforce a divorce for Charlotte and forced Callum to wed Isla.
Him because no gentleman should break his word and be trusted not to with other gentlemen. The wife because no woman would trust her with their husbands and she'd have been the sort gentlemen made lewd bets about in their clubs. The jilted lady would be seen as having something wrong with her to be set aside after decades of being betrothed.
Aside from which being a duke would've meant he'd be attending the king at court more often than the other lords and the king would've wanted the appearance of honour and such a long betrothal would've been enforced by the king. He'd have had to enforce a divorce for Charlotte and forced Callum to wed Isla.
September 26, 2018
...Happily ever after!
Don't you just love happy ever afters. I do!
Its written into children's story and we lap it up from a very early age.
This one is such a sweet yet engrossing tale and has the perfect ending.
I loved the main characters, Charlotte and Callum and the way they both worked to improve their lives regardless of or even perhaps because of the hardships life had dished out to them. Her mother was a delightful character and I had a few chuckles because of her antics.
The story itself has an interesting theme which kept me glued to the pages and entertained me throughout and I am happy to recommend this second book in the series.
I read an Advance Reader's Copy of this ebook and my review above is unbiased and given voluntarily.
Don't you just love happy ever afters. I do!
Its written into children's story and we lap it up from a very early age.
This one is such a sweet yet engrossing tale and has the perfect ending.
I loved the main characters, Charlotte and Callum and the way they both worked to improve their lives regardless of or even perhaps because of the hardships life had dished out to them. Her mother was a delightful character and I had a few chuckles because of her antics.
The story itself has an interesting theme which kept me glued to the pages and entertained me throughout and I am happy to recommend this second book in the series.
I read an Advance Reader's Copy of this ebook and my review above is unbiased and given voluntarily.
June 12, 2019
Promising
But painful. Full of vain repetition and unnecessary expanses of words that subtract, adding nothing of beauty or worth to the unique storyline. Is this what editors demand ? Pages that must be filled....
Reminds one of so many others which are crashed on the jutted edges of vapid meanderings of supposed thoughts. Isn't saying something once enough? Must it be repeated 3/4/5 times, adding nothing of value? Upholding the very prejudices it claims to despise?
This book has more thoughts than honest conversation. But it's not alone. So while it promotes change it demonstrates how and why things do remain the same.
Loved the characters. Loved the little action that occurred. Hated everything else
But painful. Full of vain repetition and unnecessary expanses of words that subtract, adding nothing of beauty or worth to the unique storyline. Is this what editors demand ? Pages that must be filled....
Reminds one of so many others which are crashed on the jutted edges of vapid meanderings of supposed thoughts. Isn't saying something once enough? Must it be repeated 3/4/5 times, adding nothing of value? Upholding the very prejudices it claims to despise?
This book has more thoughts than honest conversation. But it's not alone. So while it promotes change it demonstrates how and why things do remain the same.
Loved the characters. Loved the little action that occurred. Hated everything else
October 20, 2018
In this gentle love story, both Charlotte and Callum, Duke of Vernon, have secrets and problems they are having to deal with. It takes a clerical mistake and the threat of exposure to bring two people together. The attraction between the couple was strong enough that even Charlotte's embarrassing mother couldn't put them off. From a romantic viewpoint, I enjoyed this book and although Callum showed immature reactions to events, they were consistent with the unresolved trauma of his childhood. I enjoyed the romance in this novel which is a standalone with a happy ending. I received a copy of this book as a gift and this is my honest and voluntary review.
October 30, 2018
A most delightful romance
The story of Charlotte and Callum is related in true Regency sarcasm. It's not often that I find a book that's such a pleasure to read. Don't be put off by my four-star rating. I always deduct a star for more than 10 errors.
Callum, the Duke of Vernon, is having a difficult life caused by the way his guardian treated him when he was a child. Now he is considered betrothed to that guardian's rude daughter. By chance he meets Charlotte Butterworth on her way to the doctor's office where she receives the worst news -- she only has a short time to live.
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The story of Charlotte and Callum is related in true Regency sarcasm. It's not often that I find a book that's such a pleasure to read. Don't be put off by my four-star rating. I always deduct a star for more than 10 errors.
Callum, the Duke of Vernon, is having a difficult life caused by the way his guardian treated him when he was a child. Now he is considered betrothed to that guardian's rude daughter. By chance he meets Charlotte Butterworth on her way to the doctor's office where she receives the worst news -- she only has a short time to live.
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January 10, 2020
Keep it straight
SPOILERS! I have read this and the first book in the series, Don’t Tie The Knot. Both had many typos and grammatical errors. The worst flub was the fact that the hero in the first book, Hamish, is the fraternal twin brother of the hero of this book, Callum. In the first book Hamish tells the heroine that he was four when their parents died. In this book Callum tells his heroine that he was seven when their parents died. Although I have never had fraternal twins, I’m really sure it’s impossible for them to be born three years apart.
Needless to say, I won’t be wasting my money on the rest of the series.
SPOILERS! I have read this and the first book in the series, Don’t Tie The Knot. Both had many typos and grammatical errors. The worst flub was the fact that the hero in the first book, Hamish, is the fraternal twin brother of the hero of this book, Callum. In the first book Hamish tells the heroine that he was four when their parents died. In this book Callum tells his heroine that he was seven when their parents died. Although I have never had fraternal twins, I’m really sure it’s impossible for them to be born three years apart.
Needless to say, I won’t be wasting my money on the rest of the series.
August 23, 2024
A very fulfilling love
This story hooked me from the start. Callum and Charlotte are two people who shouldn't have ever crossed paths the way they did. Callum being a Duke didn't have a good childhood. When he got older, a promise he had made as a child became a nightmare. Charlotte thought she had her whole life ahead of her, but after one morning, everything changed. Callum promises to keep Charlotte's secret, but soon, he comes up with a plan that she can help him with. Charlotte doesn't imagine anything changing between herself and Callum, but she's in for a surprise. Is Charlotte going to be given a chance at forever love with Callum?
This story hooked me from the start. Callum and Charlotte are two people who shouldn't have ever crossed paths the way they did. Callum being a Duke didn't have a good childhood. When he got older, a promise he had made as a child became a nightmare. Charlotte thought she had her whole life ahead of her, but after one morning, everything changed. Callum promises to keep Charlotte's secret, but soon, he comes up with a plan that she can help him with. Charlotte doesn't imagine anything changing between herself and Callum, but she's in for a surprise. Is Charlotte going to be given a chance at forever love with Callum?
June 27, 2019
This was an entertaining story of Callum the Duke and a war hero and Charlotte,daughter of a Vicar. Callum literally drops into her cart as she is driving to an appointment. At this appointment, the doctor's assistant tells her she is going to die soon. Callum cannot believe this and demands the report, claiming they are engaged. As he gets to know her, he decides to marry her, to avoid marrying his guardian's daughter. Then, they fall in love. There are travels, an elopement, shipwreck, and an attempt at dissolving the marriage. Can they find true love?
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April 6, 2022
Although the novel had a unique plot, the main character (Charlotte's) actions were nonsensical. The duke asks to marry Charlotte (despite her supposedly believing she had a short time to live) after only knowing her a couple of weeks? This goes with his brother and her sister. She agrees to marry the duke, then after she has an enjoyable elopement, she wants an annulment despite both falling in love. Everything seems sudden and all over the place without resolution. Whatever happened to the duke's aunt who disappeared? Somewhat fantastical, despite different and entertaining.
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