All the Ladies Love Coventry

Bluestockings Defying Rogues #4

by Dawn Brower

Charles Lindsay, the Earl of Coventry has big plans. None of them include a wife. His club is his main concern, and the men he's come to respect. He's one of the wickedest rogues in the ton and he makes no apologies for it. That all changes when he meets Lady Abigail Wallace. All the ladies in town adore Coventry, but none of them manage to capture his heart. Can Lady Abigail achieve a feat no other lady has and make the earl fall?

Genres: Historical

170 pages, Paperback

Published March 26, 2019

About the author

USA TODAY Bestselling author, DAWN BROWER writes both historical and contemporary romance. There are always stories inside her head; she just never thought she could make them come to life. That creativity has finally found an outlet.

Growing up she was the only girl out of six children. She raised two boys into productive young men. There is never a dull moment in her life. Reading books is her favorite hobby and she loves all genres.

She is active on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. To follow her or can find more about her check out her website for the pertinent information: www.authordawnbrower.com

Reviews

[Mary]

This is amusing, romantic and sweet. Charles is a bold, charming and impulsive rake. Abigail is a determined and sassy woman who doesn't really like people. It is because she doesn't like people that she first runs into Charles. While at a ball, she decides to sneak off to the library, he assumes that she meeting the man he wants to talk to so he follows her. The other man is not there, so Charles talks to Abigail, and becomes fascinated by her. He fascinates her as well, but she's not interested in having anything to do with any man for any reason. Unfortunately for her, Charles is determined to get to know her better, especially if he can do it when she sneaks away from whatever amusement they're at. It's short sweet and entertaining.
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[Elaine]

This is a really brief story. I was enjoying it and then it ended. Nice to see how the Club got started. 3☆

[Emily Pennington]

Charles Lindsay, the Earl of Coventry, was looking over a building he thought would be ideal for a secret gentleman’s club. He negotiated with the solicitor, careful not to show that he really wanted the property. By instead showing a lack of interest or a concern that there was much work that would need to be done, he was negotiating a better price for himself. The solicitor agreed and was authorized to make the sale. Smiling, Charles headed home. He had an appointment to meet George, the Earl of Harrington, later so they could plan the development and reconstruction of the townhouse together. Charles wanted George to be the head of the club and, to avoid men cheating on their wives and bringing mistresses there, he made the first rule that only the club’s leader could be married. By the time George left, they had all of the rules of the club written. It was only a matter of time until it became a reality!

Lady Abigail Wallace was not pleased to be in London for a Season; she would much rather have stayed home in Scotland instead and found a good Scottish Laird as a husband. Her father seemed to identify more with the English, however, even though none of these gentlemen appealed to her. Even in temperament, she took after her father rather than her English-born mother. There was a commotion in the ballroom as someone most likely important arrived. The Earl and Countess of Harrington were announced, and behind them was a handsome man that all the ladies couldn’t take their eyes off. Some were almost squealing!

When Abigail’s sister was asked to dance, Abigail decided to go to the library and perhaps read a book. She didn’t notice Charles coming in behind her, as he was looking for a gentleman he wanted to invite to his club to see if he could help him get over the death of his wife that drove him to drink. Instead of the lovely woman falling all over him, as he was used to, she practically ignored him and wouldn’t give her name since she intended to return to Scotland and had no interest in knowing him! He wasn’t used to being so ignored and found himself intrigued enough that he intended to learn her name and more about her.

Walking with her sister, maid and footman, the ladies met with Lady Marvelle and were having a friendly talk. Charles and George were riding and Charles asked if George knew the redhead’s name. He said it was easy to find out – Lady Marvelle was Charles’ godmother and could introduce them! When Lady Marvelle had to leave for tea, a comment Abigail made -- about no gentleman being interested in her and regardless she wouldn’t let herself be attracted -- got Charles’ attention. He tried to make a wager with her that he could entice her to experience desire with him. She tried very hard to distract him from charming her as he was! He was far too tempting! And her insults toward him only made him chuckle. His comments toward her had been rude and suggestive – but she found that she had liked it! What was happening to her? He likewise couldn’t get her off his mind. Although he would not court her, he assured himself, he would be seeing much more of the intelligent, sharp-tongued woman!

This book is a prequel to “When an Earl turns Wicked”, and I loved it! Both main characters were strong and intelligent. Neither backed down from the other. Abigail did not want to be someone’s property, but to be respected and allowed to learn and be true to herself. Charles wanted to share his life with someone he could respect and admire. Grab your copy and see whether the two will come to the realization that just maybe they have found the one fate intended for them all along!

[Stephanie]

Abigail is in London to help her sister find a husband because as soon as she does she will be going home to Scotland to enjoy her life as a spinster but one night at a ball she meets Charles and Abigail enjoys harassing him. Charles meets a young lady and he can't wait to find out who she is and that comes to pass when he sees his godmother in the park with said lady and after that he does everything he can to see her without incident but at a garden party they are at the duck pond and Abigail falls in then Charles. After the garden party everyone in the ton is talking about Abigail and blaming her saying Charles would never do that. Then Charles comes to another ball and he looks out for her and when he sees her walks directly to her and asks her to dance but as they are dancing he says something to upset her and she wants to run from his arms but he says the ton would talk more. A couple of days later Charles is at Abigail's door trying to figure out how to make her forgive him but then he decides to go to his friend George's house and George says I know what you need and Charles says I haven't even told you what I need and then he gets a special license and goes to ask Abigail to marry him. Eight years later Charles is burying his best friend George and his wife and he is worried for his godson Jonas so he can't wait to hold his wife and daughter. Awesome book.

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[Lisa H]

Charles is the Earl of Coventry. He establishes the Coventry Club where all the Wicked Earls hang out. He’s enjoying his freedoms when he’s intrigued by Abigail at a ball.

Abigail is twenty one and Scottish and is perfectly happy with a Scottish lord.
Something tells me her plans to return to Scotland may change.

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[Kety]

I love this story... the story of Charles and Abigail... of their strange courtships and love...
Charles would like to be a bachelor for more time until he mets Abigail, a schottish girl that want to go back to home and spent her time reading.
Their meeting are funny, full of fire and wills... each meeting a surprise...
A story that will kept you reading until the end.

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[Linda Maidani]

I thoroughly enjoyed this short start to this series with great characters, romance and a little intrigue. She and her sister were from Scotland and having their season in London. She didn't want to be there, but wanted her sister to find a husband. However, the owner of a club for men and abrake, fell.for her. There were some complications, but the ending was great.

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[Barbara]

The fifth book in the Bluestockings Defying Rogues series a well written story. I hope there will be a book in the future dealing with what the Earl would like to see happen! Charles Lindsay, the Earl of Coventry and Lady Abigail Wallace's story is one that had me smiling at some of the things that happen to them. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Rebecca]

This book is absolutely stunning. There are only a handful of authors that I will do whatever I can to get my hands on their books. Ms. Brower is among them. This particular little story is another winner. It's not terribly long, but it is a prequel. I voluntarily read and reviewed this book in exchange for a free copy.

[Megan Michelau]

Another great read from Dawn Brower! I think I have found my favourite female lead! The spunky, sassy Scottish lass Abigail. She's a girl set in her ways until she meets Lord Coventry and her well laid plans go right out the window. This is a definite must read. You won't be disappointed.

[Gladys]

This was a very enjoyable romance. I liked Abagail and Charles and I thought it was easy to feel the chemistry between them. A wonderful story of a Rake and a feisty Scottish Miss that are completely sure of what they want, until they meet and then they aren't. I'm freely posting a frank review.

[Liz]

Loved it. Historical romance. Lord Coventry aka Charles doesn’t want love or marriage. That is until lady Abigail show up for the season with her sister

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[Sherry Christenson]

Loved it! Charles and Abigail quickly became one of my favorite book couples. She a sassy Scottish Lass is just what Charles needed. Definitely recommend

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[Sharon Wagner]

Loved it!

As always Dawn Brower is an excellent writer. Storyline was absolutely wonderful,exciting,intriguing and romantic. Loved the way they both fell in love almost from the beginning. Wanted the story to Keep going.

[BookLover1990]

This was not quite what I expected but so much better!! I loved this storyline and found it enthralling. I could not put the book down . I definitely recommend it.

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[Mariettastander]

I just love this story about Abigail and Charles. I love this author's books and this one was no different. I enjoyed this story very much and can honestly recommend this book to all my friends

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[Leslie Twitchell]

I received this book for free for a honest review. I loved how this story flowed and the characters interacted. The author did a great job of taking yoy back in time. The author did an excellent job of bringing the characters to life

[Anita Rodz]

Es una historia corta entretenida!!!

Es una buena historia, entretenida, con buenos personajes que dan lugar a una trama interesante que tiene una culminación y la promesa de una siguiente historia!!! 💜🩷💜

[Ann L]

This is one of those feel good historical romances, with good writing and and interesting rougish characters,

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[Neelam Jha]

Dnf

[One Sentence Audio Critic]

A fun short (less than 2 hours) Regency romance between a dedicated rake attempting to build a new club and an older debutante that would have preferred Edinburgh.

[Sabrina (Soter) Sally]

"Si rassicurò del fatto che non la stava corteggiando; no, si trattava di qualcosa di assolutamente diverso. Charles voleva solo passare del tempo in sua compagnia. Apprendere cosa le piaceva e godere di un po’ di conversazione stimolante con lei…e forse, solo forse, se avesse continuato a ripeterlo, avrebbe incominciato a crederci. Charles temeva che incrociare la strada di Lady Abigail fosse il modo in cui il destino voleva fargli marameo. Un uomo che rifiutava di essere incantato da una donna, stava rapidamente rendendosi ridicolo nei confronti di un innocente diavoletto."

La trama è la più classica del genere: il lord ricchissimo, bellissimo, bramatissimo (aggiungete a piacere altri -issimo) che incontra una lady lievemente anti-convenzionale (e ovviamente che in mezzo alla buona società risalta come un pesce fuor d'acqua XD) che rimane abbagliata da lui come tutte le altre, ma è così furba non solo da nasconderlo, ma anche da fingere un lieve disprezzo...et voilà, il pesce cade nella rete xD Nonostante la prevedibilità questo breve racconto si legge in un lampo, i protagonisti reggono bene la loro parte senza diventare odiosi e non manca qualche comprimario (povero George ç__ç) che spicca (voglio una storia su Belinda e vedere due certi bimbi mettersi insieme da grandi *ç*). L'editing andrebbe rivisto, sopratutto nei nomi propri... Belinda che diventava Melinda, Abigail che diventava Belinda...che confusione! D: