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Heroes of the Sea #10
My Saving Grace
An Impetuous Noblewoman...
Lady Grace Fairchild is impetuous, free-spirited — and single. With her mother on her fourth husband and her future uncertain, Grace has set her sights on the most eligible naval officer on the marriage market. Dashing and decorated, every woman's dream, she needs to find a way to impress him with her sailing skills. But who can she find to teach her the ways of a mariner so she can impress the naval hero?
A Taciturn Naval Hero...
Captain Delmore Lord is a by-the-book man, rigid in his duties, an adherent to protocol. When he saves a spirited miss from drowning, he never dreams his own heart will be stolen by the fun-loving noblewoman who has set her cap for another, even as she enlists Del himself to teach her the ways of the sea. He is destined to become her accomplice, her helper, and even her best friend. But is he destined to be her lover? Or, perhaps even her husband?
It's the perfect recipe for...
A Wedding Party Gone Terribly Wrong
Lady Grace Fairchild is impetuous, free-spirited — and single. With her mother on her fourth husband and her future uncertain, Grace has set her sights on the most eligible naval officer on the marriage market. Dashing and decorated, every woman's dream, she needs to find a way to impress him with her sailing skills. But who can she find to teach her the ways of a mariner so she can impress the naval hero?
A Taciturn Naval Hero...
Captain Delmore Lord is a by-the-book man, rigid in his duties, an adherent to protocol. When he saves a spirited miss from drowning, he never dreams his own heart will be stolen by the fun-loving noblewoman who has set her cap for another, even as she enlists Del himself to teach her the ways of the sea. He is destined to become her accomplice, her helper, and even her best friend. But is he destined to be her lover? Or, perhaps even her husband?
It's the perfect recipe for...
A Wedding Party Gone Terribly Wrong
- GenresHistorical Romance
366 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 28, 2020
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Danelle Harmon
43 books472 followersNew York Times and USA Today bestselling author Danelle Harmon has written seventeen critically acclaimed and award-winning books, with many being published all over the world. A Massachusetts native, she has lived in Great Britain, though these days she and her English husband make their home in New England with their daughter Emma and numerous animals including five dogs, an Egyptian Arabian horse, and a flock of pet chickens. Danelle enjoys reading, spending time with family, friends and her animals, dog showing, plane-spotting, and sailing her reproduction 19th century skiff, Kestrel II. She welcomes email from her readers and can be reached at Danelle@danelleharmon.com.
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July 31, 2020
My Saving Grace by Danelle Harmon
Heroes of the Sea #10
This being book 10, IDEALLY you will want to read this in order. There's plenty of characters in this story that have had their own stories. Very little recap, just a story told her and there among family members that I would assume were in previous books. This was my first by Danelle Harmon, and even with it being book 10, it felt okay to me read out of order. I am not a stickler for that though. I wasn't left confused or annoyed by other characters or anything. It was nicely done.
This book takes place in 1814. Lady Grace's mother is celebrating her fourth marriage and Grace herself has her sights set on her future husband, naval officer Ponsonby. She will do anything to catch his attention, but so far it has consisted of extremely embarrassing moments that are from endearing her to him. She believes if she can just learn the basics of sailing, he will finally look upon her favorably. Lucky for her, Captain Delmore Lord is attending the wedding celebration and she soon ropes him into a scheme to get her married.
Del is a rather quiet, stoic individual. He blends into the background easily. He controls his emotions. He has had his heart broken and has backed into himself to prevent it from happening again. Grace's spunky personality keeps him engaged and on his toes and he finds himself drawn closer to her at every turn.
Give this book a try if you like
-roadtrip romance – this couple is on the go with a house party, quick sale on a frigate, visiting family members, and back to the ship
-sea captain hero with a decent amount of ship talk/learning and sailing
-low steam – this romance is almost sweet. Two very short kisses and one full scene that was short and not very explicit. The full scene happens after 90%
-A bit of angst and a bit of action. There's a bit of a 'villain' here, but it's not overwhelming. Just a few things here and there that causes instigation
-hero is involved in a duel
-a book where one of the main characters has another love interest in the beginning
I'm so conflicted with this book. The writing was wonderful. I was totally engaged in the story. I really loved the hero and my heart broke for him. But. The heroine. She drove me bonkers. I dislike when the hero or heroine is interested in someone else in the book. I find it really annoying unless it's a short part. But this was not a short part. I could have even forgiven her if by 70% she was willing to give it up. But she wasn't. No. She kept it going until the very end of the book. She put the poor hero through the ringer. Stomped on his heart. Kicked it. And that made me really angry. He deserved better than her I think, especially after the build up of the prologue for him finding the woman meant to be his.
Also the steam was really low in this book. There was some decent tension building and if there was one explosive scene or even just a scorching kiss I think I would have been pacified. But it was all rather tame and I kept waiting for someone to lose it and it never happened.
Yet, there was something about this book that called to my heart. It had so much that I loved about it. I found myself thinking about it the next day and just wanted to get back to reading it. It really did have that historical feel in regards to propriety. The hero was always very concerned about the heroine's reputation. It gives a simple talk after night on a bench the most risky feeling. The breathlessness of if someone will catch them, even though they are just sitting, yet it feels so indecent. That is something I love about HR that I find lacking in more modern writers generally. Everyone seems to be doing whatever they want now. Not here. There's a scene where Del carries a seasick Grace to her cabin and sits with her. Unsupervised. Unchaperoned. And I was almost giddy with the forbiddeness of it.
So I will definitely be trying more by her in the future. I think she's a great storyteller. I do wish there was more steam, but I think with a few plot tweaks I could love it even being low steam.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. All thoughts and opinions are totally my own.
Heroes of the Sea #10
This being book 10, IDEALLY you will want to read this in order. There's plenty of characters in this story that have had their own stories. Very little recap, just a story told her and there among family members that I would assume were in previous books. This was my first by Danelle Harmon, and even with it being book 10, it felt okay to me read out of order. I am not a stickler for that though. I wasn't left confused or annoyed by other characters or anything. It was nicely done.
This book takes place in 1814. Lady Grace's mother is celebrating her fourth marriage and Grace herself has her sights set on her future husband, naval officer Ponsonby. She will do anything to catch his attention, but so far it has consisted of extremely embarrassing moments that are from endearing her to him. She believes if she can just learn the basics of sailing, he will finally look upon her favorably. Lucky for her, Captain Delmore Lord is attending the wedding celebration and she soon ropes him into a scheme to get her married.
Del is a rather quiet, stoic individual. He blends into the background easily. He controls his emotions. He has had his heart broken and has backed into himself to prevent it from happening again. Grace's spunky personality keeps him engaged and on his toes and he finds himself drawn closer to her at every turn.
Give this book a try if you like
-roadtrip romance – this couple is on the go with a house party, quick sale on a frigate, visiting family members, and back to the ship
-sea captain hero with a decent amount of ship talk/learning and sailing
-low steam – this romance is almost sweet. Two very short kisses and one full scene that was short and not very explicit. The full scene happens after 90%
-A bit of angst and a bit of action. There's a bit of a 'villain' here, but it's not overwhelming. Just a few things here and there that causes instigation
-hero is involved in a duel
-a book where one of the main characters has another love interest in the beginning
I'm so conflicted with this book. The writing was wonderful. I was totally engaged in the story. I really loved the hero and my heart broke for him. But. The heroine. She drove me bonkers. I dislike when the hero or heroine is interested in someone else in the book. I find it really annoying unless it's a short part. But this was not a short part. I could have even forgiven her if by 70% she was willing to give it up. But she wasn't. No. She kept it going until the very end of the book. She put the poor hero through the ringer. Stomped on his heart. Kicked it. And that made me really angry. He deserved better than her I think, especially after the build up of the prologue for him finding the woman meant to be his.
Also the steam was really low in this book. There was some decent tension building and if there was one explosive scene or even just a scorching kiss I think I would have been pacified. But it was all rather tame and I kept waiting for someone to lose it and it never happened.
Yet, there was something about this book that called to my heart. It had so much that I loved about it. I found myself thinking about it the next day and just wanted to get back to reading it. It really did have that historical feel in regards to propriety. The hero was always very concerned about the heroine's reputation. It gives a simple talk after night on a bench the most risky feeling. The breathlessness of if someone will catch them, even though they are just sitting, yet it feels so indecent. That is something I love about HR that I find lacking in more modern writers generally. Everyone seems to be doing whatever they want now. Not here. There's a scene where Del carries a seasick Grace to her cabin and sits with her. Unsupervised. Unchaperoned. And I was almost giddy with the forbiddeness of it.
So I will definitely be trying more by her in the future. I think she's a great storyteller. I do wish there was more steam, but I think with a few plot tweaks I could love it even being low steam.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. All thoughts and opinions are totally my own.
July 22, 2020
My Saving Grace
Heroes of the Sea Series #10
Danielle Harmon
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Release date 07/28/2020
Publisher Gnarly Wool Publishing
Blurb :
It's the perfect recipe for...
A WEDDING PARTY GONE TERRIBLY WRONG
AN IMPETUOUS NOBLEWOMAN...
Lady Grace Fairchild is impetuous, free-spirited — and single. With her mother on her fourth husband and her future uncertain, Grace has set her sights on the most eligible naval officer on the marriage market. Dashing and decorated, every woman’s dream, she needs to find a way to impress him with her sailing skills. But who can she find to teach her the ways of a mariner so she can impress the naval hero?
A TACITURN NAVAL HERO...
Captain Delmore Lord is a by-the-book man, rigid in his duties, an adherent to protocol. When he saves a spirited miss from drowning, he never dreams his own heart will be stolen by the fun-loving noblewoman who has set her cap for another, even as she enlists Del himself to teach her the ways of the sea. He is destined to become her accomplice, her helper, and even her best friend. But is he destined to be her lover? Or, perhaps even her husband?
My review :
Will she realize in time the right man was standing next to her all along ...
This is my first read by Mrs Harmon and discovering an author’s work with her tenth book in a series might not be the best, yet, this book is very much a standalone and the three couples from past stories visiting this one do not impede the story’s flow.
Del is such a sweetheart, he can’t change whom he is at heart, an honorable to the fault man even when it may cost him his heart once again.
He is dutiful to the point, never thinking about himself, only the others. Not the one to act impulsively, yet for Grace, he will find himself in many unexpected situations.
My heart ached for him, I was many times heartbroken for him, the overlooked sailor, because he is straightforward, never playing the panache of the uniform.
Grace is something else, for her age, I found her very much immature. She lives through a childhood infatuation, blind to the faults of the man of her dreams when another demonstrates his respectability and is even willing to help reach her goal when she tramples all over his heart.
For a twenty something girl, she is quite feather-brained, blind to all the signs around her.
Why more than once I would have loved to shake some sense in her.
She is too much a silly chit to see only the social mask, so thickheaded she does only see the peacock and not the protector and defender of her personality as person.
Del is my hero, and time after time, I wondered if Grace even deserved him as she so repeatedly hurt him.
She could have shred the blinders a bit earlier than at the very end.
I loved the supportive characters and even felt sorry for the peacock by the end.
4 stars.
I was granted an advance copy by the publisher Gnarly Wool Publishing, here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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Heroes of the Sea Series #10
Danielle Harmon
https://www.facebook.com/DanelleHarmon/
Release date 07/28/2020
Publisher Gnarly Wool Publishing
Blurb :
It's the perfect recipe for...
A WEDDING PARTY GONE TERRIBLY WRONG
AN IMPETUOUS NOBLEWOMAN...
Lady Grace Fairchild is impetuous, free-spirited — and single. With her mother on her fourth husband and her future uncertain, Grace has set her sights on the most eligible naval officer on the marriage market. Dashing and decorated, every woman’s dream, she needs to find a way to impress him with her sailing skills. But who can she find to teach her the ways of a mariner so she can impress the naval hero?
A TACITURN NAVAL HERO...
Captain Delmore Lord is a by-the-book man, rigid in his duties, an adherent to protocol. When he saves a spirited miss from drowning, he never dreams his own heart will be stolen by the fun-loving noblewoman who has set her cap for another, even as she enlists Del himself to teach her the ways of the sea. He is destined to become her accomplice, her helper, and even her best friend. But is he destined to be her lover? Or, perhaps even her husband?
My review :
Will she realize in time the right man was standing next to her all along ...
This is my first read by Mrs Harmon and discovering an author’s work with her tenth book in a series might not be the best, yet, this book is very much a standalone and the three couples from past stories visiting this one do not impede the story’s flow.
Del is such a sweetheart, he can’t change whom he is at heart, an honorable to the fault man even when it may cost him his heart once again.
He is dutiful to the point, never thinking about himself, only the others. Not the one to act impulsively, yet for Grace, he will find himself in many unexpected situations.
My heart ached for him, I was many times heartbroken for him, the overlooked sailor, because he is straightforward, never playing the panache of the uniform.
Grace is something else, for her age, I found her very much immature. She lives through a childhood infatuation, blind to the faults of the man of her dreams when another demonstrates his respectability and is even willing to help reach her goal when she tramples all over his heart.
For a twenty something girl, she is quite feather-brained, blind to all the signs around her.
Why more than once I would have loved to shake some sense in her.
She is too much a silly chit to see only the social mask, so thickheaded she does only see the peacock and not the protector and defender of her personality as person.
Del is my hero, and time after time, I wondered if Grace even deserved him as she so repeatedly hurt him.
She could have shred the blinders a bit earlier than at the very end.
I loved the supportive characters and even felt sorry for the peacock by the end.
4 stars.
I was granted an advance copy by the publisher Gnarly Wool Publishing, here is my true and unbiased opinion.
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July 16, 2020
My Saving Grace is the tenth book in the Heroes of the Sea series by Danelle Harmon. It can easily be read as a standalone book.
I have had the pleasure of reading all the books in this series and have loved them all, and this book is no exception. In fact, this one could be one of my favourites because we also get an update on the many wonderful characters from the previous books. It was lovely to see them again.
In this book, we have a wonderful mix of the supernatural (in the form of a helpful ghostly relative), budding romance, and danger all wrapped around journies by sea where the author shows her knowledge of sailing!
We have a young woman infatuated with a sea captain who isn't at all interested in her. Wanting to impress him she enlists the help of another man asking him to help her learn all about sailing. He agrees, although why he does is beyond him when he is actually attracted to her himself. For him, it always seems to be the male version of always the bridesmaid but never the bride. Would that be always the best man never the groom?
Will time together help her to see that perhaps she is hankering after the wrong man? What nobody realises is that if she does get her man perhaps her life could be in danger from a most unexpected source!
From the cover of this book to the very last words, I was captivated. I totally immersed myself in the characters' lives and couldn't read fast enough to find out who gets the girl and how. There was never a dull moment even during the nautical talk. It was a case of learning something new which I enjoyed.
I definitely recommend this book and the whole series!
I have had the pleasure of reading all the books in this series and have loved them all, and this book is no exception. In fact, this one could be one of my favourites because we also get an update on the many wonderful characters from the previous books. It was lovely to see them again.
In this book, we have a wonderful mix of the supernatural (in the form of a helpful ghostly relative), budding romance, and danger all wrapped around journies by sea where the author shows her knowledge of sailing!
We have a young woman infatuated with a sea captain who isn't at all interested in her. Wanting to impress him she enlists the help of another man asking him to help her learn all about sailing. He agrees, although why he does is beyond him when he is actually attracted to her himself. For him, it always seems to be the male version of always the bridesmaid but never the bride. Would that be always the best man never the groom?
Will time together help her to see that perhaps she is hankering after the wrong man? What nobody realises is that if she does get her man perhaps her life could be in danger from a most unexpected source!
From the cover of this book to the very last words, I was captivated. I totally immersed myself in the characters' lives and couldn't read fast enough to find out who gets the girl and how. There was never a dull moment even during the nautical talk. It was a case of learning something new which I enjoyed.
I definitely recommend this book and the whole series!
July 12, 2020
My Saving Grace
Series: Book 10 of the Heroes of the Sea
Rating: 5 stars!!!!
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC given through NetGalley for review. All opinions are my own.
WOW!! I loved it!! It was such a sweet romance! If I had a physical copy of the book I would of hugged it. My Saving Grace was a slow burn, angsty, sweet love between Captain Lord and Lady Grace. The book starts off with Lady Grace having feelings for a man who has not paid attention to her, so she decides to learn something about sailing to impress him. It is during one of these attempts to impress him that she almost drowns and Captain Lord rescues her. He was so sweet and heroic!! She then asks him to help her out to learn more about sailing and he agrees. He falls for her fast, but he feels he's not worthy of her. He was so shy and quiet. He was your typical beta hero. I loved that for a change. He's had his heart broken before and so then he feels that he's not worth enough to Grace. During these lessons they develop a friendship and we see Grace begin doubting her feelings for Ponsoby. There were some embarrassing moments Grace went through to get his attention, but Lord always there by her side. You could feel their attraction and feelings for each other were strong and that their HEA almost didn't happen if her family and a certain spirit (This book does have a little fantasy, that plays a very important role in the story, but it just the story so much better.) didn't help them out.
I really enjoyed this book and I'm going back to the other ones in the series!
Series: Book 10 of the Heroes of the Sea
Rating: 5 stars!!!!
Thank you to the publisher for the ARC given through NetGalley for review. All opinions are my own.
WOW!! I loved it!! It was such a sweet romance! If I had a physical copy of the book I would of hugged it. My Saving Grace was a slow burn, angsty, sweet love between Captain Lord and Lady Grace. The book starts off with Lady Grace having feelings for a man who has not paid attention to her, so she decides to learn something about sailing to impress him. It is during one of these attempts to impress him that she almost drowns and Captain Lord rescues her. He was so sweet and heroic!! She then asks him to help her out to learn more about sailing and he agrees. He falls for her fast, but he feels he's not worthy of her. He was so shy and quiet. He was your typical beta hero. I loved that for a change. He's had his heart broken before and so then he feels that he's not worth enough to Grace. During these lessons they develop a friendship and we see Grace begin doubting her feelings for Ponsoby. There were some embarrassing moments Grace went through to get his attention, but Lord always there by her side. You could feel their attraction and feelings for each other were strong and that their HEA almost didn't happen if her family and a certain spirit (This book does have a little fantasy, that plays a very important role in the story, but it just the story so much better.) didn't help them out.
I really enjoyed this book and I'm going back to the other ones in the series!
July 30, 2020
A wonderful story that grabbed me from the first page and wrapped itself around my heart.
Can fate come in the form of an ancient cross and a dream? Destiny determined?
Del held the ancient celtic cross that his mother passed around as she told the story, about their ancestress, the famous female pirate, Grace O'Malley. Something happened as he held her cross, he could feel it and that night he dreamed of her. She told him "You will grow up and you will find your true love. I'll send someone who will be your soulmate. A Mariner like yourself. A woman worthy of the man that you'll be."
Del had been five years old so his thoughts of women and love where far off and as he got older the dream faded...
Fast forward and Del Lord is now the flag captain of His Majesty's Ship Orion, and upon orders of Vice Admiral, Sir Graham Falconer, they return to England to attend his Sister's fourth wedding!
Then he meets her, or rather rescues her from drowning. Oh yes, Grace was trying to impress her crush of years, Captain Ponsonby, by sailing a boat on the little pond, but she ended up almost drowning and Del saved her.
Danelle created two characters, each with their flaws and feelings of inadequacy that begin to form a friendship and possibly much more.
I cannot say enough about this marvelous tale that has made this author one I will keep on the top of my reader's list!!
Can fate come in the form of an ancient cross and a dream? Destiny determined?
Del held the ancient celtic cross that his mother passed around as she told the story, about their ancestress, the famous female pirate, Grace O'Malley. Something happened as he held her cross, he could feel it and that night he dreamed of her. She told him "You will grow up and you will find your true love. I'll send someone who will be your soulmate. A Mariner like yourself. A woman worthy of the man that you'll be."
Del had been five years old so his thoughts of women and love where far off and as he got older the dream faded...
Fast forward and Del Lord is now the flag captain of His Majesty's Ship Orion, and upon orders of Vice Admiral, Sir Graham Falconer, they return to England to attend his Sister's fourth wedding!
Then he meets her, or rather rescues her from drowning. Oh yes, Grace was trying to impress her crush of years, Captain Ponsonby, by sailing a boat on the little pond, but she ended up almost drowning and Del saved her.
Danelle created two characters, each with their flaws and feelings of inadequacy that begin to form a friendship and possibly much more.
I cannot say enough about this marvelous tale that has made this author one I will keep on the top of my reader's list!!
August 10, 2020
Lady Grace Fairchild is known for being impetuous and a bit wild and with her mother on husband number four, she’s a bit tired of the instability. She’s determined to catch the attention of handsome navy Captain Ponsonby and thinks the way to do so is to earn his admiration of her heretofore nonexistent sailing skills. To accomplish this goal, she searches for a skilled mariner to teach her.
Captain Delmore Lord is a serious-minded rule-followed and as such is eager for a bit of a break from his duties whilst attending the wedding of his Vice Admiral’s sister in England. When he rescues the admiral’s feisty niece from a near-drowning, he’s dismayed to find his heart interested in the lady, especially since she’s obviously set herself after another man. When she enlists Del to teach her about sailing, he agrees, quickly becoming Grace’s friend and confidant. But Del wants much more than friendship, if only Grace would open her eyes to the obvious connection between them.
First off, I must say this author is responsible for some of my favorite books (specifically steamy scenes) ever, therefore I had high expectations for the long-awaited story of Delmore Lord. He’s been a quiet, steady presence in previous books, and I have so looked forward to his turn to finally be noticed and to seeing his devotion and passion channeled into a relationship. And yet, I was left disappointed. Potential spoilers from here as I get out all the feels. I’ll round the stars up for Del, but Grace killed this for me. She was insipid, fickle, and at times just stupid, repeatedly asking the same questions over. I never understood what her fixation on Ponsonby was about or why she was so blind that or willfully oblivious that she couldn’t see that he didn’t care about her in the slightest and that he wasn’t a particularly good man. Then she tried to justify her fixation by saying her family expected her to marry Ponsonby despite the fact that no one even really liked him or encouraged the match. I’m not a fan of other man/woman drama in the first place, but this was extremely excessive and drawn out, with Grace still actively pursuing the wrong man, even after she had acknowledged to herself that he was the wrong man, and willfully stomping on poor Del’s heart multiple times all the way up till about 80% of the book. Not only that, but there was all this build up of tension, at least from Del’s side, and then when he and Grace finally wound up together…nothing. No passion, no heat, very little steam. It was a letdown and I think Del deserved so much better than Grace. Besides that, I did love Del and found I his Bible reading and praying to be especially endearing, but, otherwise I felt like Del received too much belittling; he had a very prestigious position and wasn’t given nearly enough credit for it. Grace’s behavior was downright farcical and her constantly being referred to as “the girl” was rather off-putting, although, to be fair, that reference definitely fit her maturity level, which was sorely lacking for a woman of 21. Ned gets a special mention as my favorite supporting character and quite possibly the most intelligent of the lot. Del deserved to have a hero moment like the other heroes of this series and to not be overlooked for once and that just didn’t really happen here. I have loved the other books in this series and perhaps that’s why this fell short for me, but it just didn’t quite work.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Captain Delmore Lord is a serious-minded rule-followed and as such is eager for a bit of a break from his duties whilst attending the wedding of his Vice Admiral’s sister in England. When he rescues the admiral’s feisty niece from a near-drowning, he’s dismayed to find his heart interested in the lady, especially since she’s obviously set herself after another man. When she enlists Del to teach her about sailing, he agrees, quickly becoming Grace’s friend and confidant. But Del wants much more than friendship, if only Grace would open her eyes to the obvious connection between them.
First off, I must say this author is responsible for some of my favorite books (specifically steamy scenes) ever, therefore I had high expectations for the long-awaited story of Delmore Lord. He’s been a quiet, steady presence in previous books, and I have so looked forward to his turn to finally be noticed and to seeing his devotion and passion channeled into a relationship. And yet, I was left disappointed. Potential spoilers from here as I get out all the feels. I’ll round the stars up for Del, but Grace killed this for me. She was insipid, fickle, and at times just stupid, repeatedly asking the same questions over. I never understood what her fixation on Ponsonby was about or why she was so blind that or willfully oblivious that she couldn’t see that he didn’t care about her in the slightest and that he wasn’t a particularly good man. Then she tried to justify her fixation by saying her family expected her to marry Ponsonby despite the fact that no one even really liked him or encouraged the match. I’m not a fan of other man/woman drama in the first place, but this was extremely excessive and drawn out, with Grace still actively pursuing the wrong man, even after she had acknowledged to herself that he was the wrong man, and willfully stomping on poor Del’s heart multiple times all the way up till about 80% of the book. Not only that, but there was all this build up of tension, at least from Del’s side, and then when he and Grace finally wound up together…nothing. No passion, no heat, very little steam. It was a letdown and I think Del deserved so much better than Grace. Besides that, I did love Del and found I his Bible reading and praying to be especially endearing, but, otherwise I felt like Del received too much belittling; he had a very prestigious position and wasn’t given nearly enough credit for it. Grace’s behavior was downright farcical and her constantly being referred to as “the girl” was rather off-putting, although, to be fair, that reference definitely fit her maturity level, which was sorely lacking for a woman of 21. Ned gets a special mention as my favorite supporting character and quite possibly the most intelligent of the lot. Del deserved to have a hero moment like the other heroes of this series and to not be overlooked for once and that just didn’t really happen here. I have loved the other books in this series and perhaps that’s why this fell short for me, but it just didn’t quite work.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 20, 2020
My Saving Grace is the 10th book in Danelle Harmon's Heroes of the Sea saga. It was my first, and my first, but definitely not last, book by this author. Definitely can be read as a stand alone. The book introduced characters and family connections, but nothing was confusing, it just made me want to seek out their backstories!
The best part of this book is Captain Del Lord! He was such a noble and just character. He had a wonderful sense of duty and loyalty and was charming in how protective he felt. I liked that he was an Alpha without being a jerk. The heroine who caught our hero's attention from her very first mishap was Lady Grace. She got into several humiliating (for her) but very funny situations. Captain Lord always to the rescue. It took Grace much too long to realize just how wonderful Del was, as she spent most of the book pining for another man. She came across as a little too young and naive, and I really couldn't see what Del saw in her.
This book has a lot of humor, action, a little bit of paranormal thrown in, it wasn't bogged down with the sailing or nautical terms (something I really dislike). This book had a great balance.
Since some readers keep a steam score: There was only one chaste kiss about three quarters of the way through, and there was only one intimate scene towards the very end. It was not very long and not very descriptive. This book is pretty close to a "clean" romance. It was sweet.
I loved the epilogue, a bit short, but it wrapped the story up nicely and paved the way for future generations.
One thing I thought could have been handled better was the villain. Adding a gay character was very progressive, but I hated that he was used as a villain and a woman hater (because of jealousy).
But overall, I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading others from this author.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Gnarly Wool Publishing for gifting me a copy of this book. The thoughts and opinions are my own.
The best part of this book is Captain Del Lord! He was such a noble and just character. He had a wonderful sense of duty and loyalty and was charming in how protective he felt. I liked that he was an Alpha without being a jerk. The heroine who caught our hero's attention from her very first mishap was Lady Grace. She got into several humiliating (for her) but very funny situations. Captain Lord always to the rescue. It took Grace much too long to realize just how wonderful Del was, as she spent most of the book pining for another man. She came across as a little too young and naive, and I really couldn't see what Del saw in her.
This book has a lot of humor, action, a little bit of paranormal thrown in, it wasn't bogged down with the sailing or nautical terms (something I really dislike). This book had a great balance.
Since some readers keep a steam score: There was only one chaste kiss about three quarters of the way through, and there was only one intimate scene towards the very end. It was not very long and not very descriptive. This book is pretty close to a "clean" romance. It was sweet.
I loved the epilogue, a bit short, but it wrapped the story up nicely and paved the way for future generations.
One thing I thought could have been handled better was the villain. Adding a gay character was very progressive, but I hated that he was used as a villain and a woman hater (because of jealousy).
But overall, I really enjoyed this book and look forward to reading others from this author.
Thank you to NetGalley and the Gnarly Wool Publishing for gifting me a copy of this book. The thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 25, 2020
Danelle Harmon is always a sure bet to deliver rousing adventure and heartfelt romance with plenty of period flavor. With this latest installment in her beloved Heroes of the Sea series, our heroine, Grace, learns the difference between infatuation and love the hard way when her scheme to catch the man of her dreams, a naval officer, goes dangerously awry.
Of course Captain Delmore Lord, master of the sea, and unlucky at love, jumps into the thick of it, getting in far over his head and falling in love, all while trying to keep a low profile ( spoiler: he fails at the low profile part
) Of course he'll help her snag her beloved. It's the gentlemanly thing to do, but also thr most difficult when he decides he wants to be the one she loves.
There's a duel, and impressive naval doings, some primo longing from our hero, plenty of appearances from beloved characters, with gracecnotes, pun intended, of inspiration and legend. Another winner, and Del is mu newest book boyfriend.
Of course Captain Delmore Lord, master of the sea, and unlucky at love, jumps into the thick of it, getting in far over his head and falling in love, all while trying to keep a low profile ( spoiler: he fails at the low profile part
) Of course he'll help her snag her beloved. It's the gentlemanly thing to do, but also thr most difficult when he decides he wants to be the one she loves.
There's a duel, and impressive naval doings, some primo longing from our hero, plenty of appearances from beloved characters, with gracecnotes, pun intended, of inspiration and legend. Another winner, and Del is mu newest book boyfriend.
July 12, 2020
Can two people who are so different from each other find love? Grace always seems to be landing herself in uncomfortable situations around others. She is a bit impetuous, but has a good heart. She believes herself to be in love with a navy captain, but he hardly notices her. When Grace fins herself in trouble, it is Captain Del Lord who comes to her rescue. Many think Del is dull, but he is reliable, loyal, patient, and defends Grace's honor. He falls for Grace immediately, but her heart is set to his rival and he agrees to help her gain some sailing skills to impress her love interest. Grace enjoys spending time with Del and considers him a friend, or is it something more? Grace has to come to terms of her feelings to both men. But Del will have to return to the seas soon and Grace needs to figure out where her heart truly lies.
I received this novel from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I received this novel from net galley and the publisher as an ARC. Thank you! All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 30, 2020
Simply The Wrong Man💕!
ADULT Georgian Romance💕 with an Adventure at Sea⛵🌊 and A Duel🔫!
Lady Grace💃💋 puts all her eggs🐣 in one basket whilst trying to snag👰 dashing, blond and beautiful Sheldon Ponsonby🐺🔪, a Captain in the Royal British Navy⛵. She has been crushing on him since she was a tween and he was just a midshipman, but he never seems to notice her.
She ends up asking Captain Delmore Lord🐺🍆⛲💪🔫🔪 to assist her in snagging👰 Captain Ponsonby. Turns out, the man Grace💃💋 wanted Ponsonby to be is not the man he is.
As usual, her time talking and getting to know Captain Lord🐺🍆⛲💪🔫🔪 shows her she in interested👰 in the wrong man!
This is the first book in this series I have read.I had no trouble with characters in the book and see it as a standalone..
ADULT Georgian Romance💕 with an Adventure at Sea⛵🌊 and A Duel🔫!
Lady Grace💃💋 puts all her eggs🐣 in one basket whilst trying to snag👰 dashing, blond and beautiful Sheldon Ponsonby🐺🔪, a Captain in the Royal British Navy⛵. She has been crushing on him since she was a tween and he was just a midshipman, but he never seems to notice her.
She ends up asking Captain Delmore Lord🐺🍆⛲💪🔫🔪 to assist her in snagging👰 Captain Ponsonby. Turns out, the man Grace💃💋 wanted Ponsonby to be is not the man he is.
As usual, her time talking and getting to know Captain Lord🐺🍆⛲💪🔫🔪 shows her she in interested👰 in the wrong man!
This is the first book in this series I have read.I had no trouble with characters in the book and see it as a standalone..
January 8, 2024
Captian Delmore Lord- a rule follower comes from a seafaring family on both sides and with a fun Irish tale/ superstition.
Grace- was infatuated with some guy since she was 15, she is fickle and doesn't really know her mind, he deserves better!
I mostly enjoyed reading this engaging story that brings a lot of the old characters back from the previous books in this series, it also included a De monteforte. It wasn't practical how fickle Grace was especially if they were fated to be together. I could handle it more if she didn't go bk to the other guy after Del became real sick. Their story had a loving hea.
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Grace- was infatuated with some guy since she was 15, she is fickle and doesn't really know her mind, he deserves better!
I mostly enjoyed reading this engaging story that brings a lot of the old characters back from the previous books in this series, it also included a De monteforte. It wasn't practical how fickle Grace was especially if they were fated to be together. I could handle it more if she didn't go bk to the other guy after Del became real sick. Their story had a loving hea.
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July 28, 2020
A sweet story. Grace has her heart set on capturing a certain Captain. She enlists Del in her quest after he rescues her from drowning. The story follows her many misadventures as she goes after what she believes her heart wants. Del being the stoic good guy refuses to get in the way of her happiness even at the expense of his own. In the end her family plays matchmaker and brings everything around.
November 9, 2020
‘My Saving Grace’ is such an apt title. Lady Grace Fairchild is everything that Captain Delmore Lord (Del) needs. She is free-spired whilst he does everything by the book. He is staunchly bound to protocol whilst she is impetuous. However, Grace is fascinated by Captain Ponsonby, a frigate captain and in trying to impress him, she asks Del to help her. However, the more time they spend together, Grace begins to wonder if Del is only the friend, that she thought he was.
I have to say that I loved this book, and found myself thinking about the characters, as soon as I put the book down, only to find myself longing to pick up the book again, so as to read on. Grace and Del’s story had me fixated from the first chapter. With the almost mythical beginning chapter of Del being visited by a ghost, prophesising his future, I was hooked. Whilst Grace and Del appear to be complete opposites, the ease in which they converse and the friendship that results, was so beautifully told, that I found myself constantly smiling when they were together. Both their insecurities are quickly forgotten when in each other’s company which made this a romance, that I hoped would work!
Whilst this is the 10th book in the series, I have yet to read one of the earlier books. However, that is soon to change as this book has made me so curious to read more about the characters leading up to Del and Grace’s story. This is a stand-alone book and Danelle Harmon achieves this by cleverly integrating the family members from earlier books, by giving them a brief opportunity to be involved in the machinations of this romance. Whilst the secondary characters’ appearances were brief, they are so aptly detailed, that they were integral to the storyline. I must admit, that Grace’s cousin, Ned, was delightful, being wise beyond his years – definitely a character to look out for.
One of the best books I have read this year!
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
I have to say that I loved this book, and found myself thinking about the characters, as soon as I put the book down, only to find myself longing to pick up the book again, so as to read on. Grace and Del’s story had me fixated from the first chapter. With the almost mythical beginning chapter of Del being visited by a ghost, prophesising his future, I was hooked. Whilst Grace and Del appear to be complete opposites, the ease in which they converse and the friendship that results, was so beautifully told, that I found myself constantly smiling when they were together. Both their insecurities are quickly forgotten when in each other’s company which made this a romance, that I hoped would work!
Whilst this is the 10th book in the series, I have yet to read one of the earlier books. However, that is soon to change as this book has made me so curious to read more about the characters leading up to Del and Grace’s story. This is a stand-alone book and Danelle Harmon achieves this by cleverly integrating the family members from earlier books, by giving them a brief opportunity to be involved in the machinations of this romance. Whilst the secondary characters’ appearances were brief, they are so aptly detailed, that they were integral to the storyline. I must admit, that Grace’s cousin, Ned, was delightful, being wise beyond his years – definitely a character to look out for.
One of the best books I have read this year!
I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
July 23, 2020
WOW this was my first book by Danelle and will not be the last. If I could give this more stars I would.
This is the type of love story that stays with you long after you have read it. I know I will be rereading it again too.
This is a romance story of strangers to Best friends to something much more. It is about Lady Grace Fairchild, the niece of Admiral Graham Falconer. Grace is fun loving,impetuous and unfortunately clumsy. Where Captain Delmore Lord is Formal, nothing is every out of place, all about duty and protocol, stiff upper lip type. He has been given the nickname of Deadly Dullmore by his cousin.
He is the Flag Captain for her uncle the Admiral.
Grace as a young girl has set her sights on Captain Sheldon Ponsonby. He is handsome and sought after by most Ladies. Over the years he has not paid any attention to Grace. She is sure he is the only one for her. She really knows nothing about him other than how he looks in his uniform and acts whenever they happen to meet.
As she tries to win his heart getting Delmore to help her starts to learn a lot about people.
What is important and how they act or talk about others.
This is fast moving story, slow burn romance, with the most wonderful of characters.
The very best one is Ned Falconer the son of the Admiral and wise beyond his years.
There is a villain also who causes many problems, and almost kills some. And a super natural spirit too.
I don't want to give away any more of the story, but know you will be missing one of the best books of the year if you don't buy and read this one.
It is part of a long series but you miss nothing reading it as a stand-alone.
I received and ARC from Book Funnel and want to thank them and the author.
Am giving my honest opinion voluntarily .
This is the type of love story that stays with you long after you have read it. I know I will be rereading it again too.
This is a romance story of strangers to Best friends to something much more. It is about Lady Grace Fairchild, the niece of Admiral Graham Falconer. Grace is fun loving,impetuous and unfortunately clumsy. Where Captain Delmore Lord is Formal, nothing is every out of place, all about duty and protocol, stiff upper lip type. He has been given the nickname of Deadly Dullmore by his cousin.
He is the Flag Captain for her uncle the Admiral.
Grace as a young girl has set her sights on Captain Sheldon Ponsonby. He is handsome and sought after by most Ladies. Over the years he has not paid any attention to Grace. She is sure he is the only one for her. She really knows nothing about him other than how he looks in his uniform and acts whenever they happen to meet.
As she tries to win his heart getting Delmore to help her starts to learn a lot about people.
What is important and how they act or talk about others.
This is fast moving story, slow burn romance, with the most wonderful of characters.
The very best one is Ned Falconer the son of the Admiral and wise beyond his years.
There is a villain also who causes many problems, and almost kills some. And a super natural spirit too.
I don't want to give away any more of the story, but know you will be missing one of the best books of the year if you don't buy and read this one.
It is part of a long series but you miss nothing reading it as a stand-alone.
I received and ARC from Book Funnel and want to thank them and the author.
Am giving my honest opinion voluntarily .
July 28, 2020
My Saving Grace by Danelle Harmon, Heroes of the Sea number 10, has been several years in the making, and well worth the wait. Harmon writes an excellent historical romance and this is no exception. Delmore Lord, Colin's younger brother, was now flag captain for the fleet of Admiral Sir Graham Falconer, who was married to a pirate queen, Maeve. Readers know these folks well. They live in Barbados but have been recalled to England for a wedding. None are all that happy about returning but really have no option. It is difficult to be on dry land and in English society for so long, but they are managing. Enter Lady Grace Fairchild, who for years had been entranced by Midshipman, now Captain, Sheldon Ponsonby. She could think of nothing else. He could think of plenty else: other women. He never noticed Grace. They are all at the wedding, of course.
Harmon writes an excellent character, delving beneath the surface to the person within. She does a fabulous thing, the way she is able to interweave the past and present and create families that go on an on. Her stories have depth. They are more than simply romances. She reaches into the soul of the story and grabs the very heart of the people of whom she writes. She was one of my first introductions to historical romance and hold a special place for me, as do her characters. This is a wonderful book and not to be rushed. Read the others first or do not. Either way works. But, read this one. I recommend it.
I was invited to read a free ARC of My Saving Grace by Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own. #netgalley #mysavinggrace
Harmon writes an excellent character, delving beneath the surface to the person within. She does a fabulous thing, the way she is able to interweave the past and present and create families that go on an on. Her stories have depth. They are more than simply romances. She reaches into the soul of the story and grabs the very heart of the people of whom she writes. She was one of my first introductions to historical romance and hold a special place for me, as do her characters. This is a wonderful book and not to be rushed. Read the others first or do not. Either way works. But, read this one. I recommend it.
I was invited to read a free ARC of My Saving Grace by Netgalley in exchange for a fair and honest review. All opinions and interpretations contained herein are solely my own. #netgalley #mysavinggrace
September 10, 2020
I absolutely adore Danelle’s sea stories. With ‘My Saving Grace,” is no exception. She certainly has a knack, for weaving together: love, comedy, danger and intrigue—that really brings the story alive.
In this charming rendition. Grace is encouraged to gain the favor of a up-and-coming officer, Sheldon Ponsby. Who, doesn’t even know of Graces existence. However, with a dark cloud of bad luck, Graces attempts of gaining the attention of said officer; things tend to go from bad to worse.
Enter Captain Delmore Lord. Delmore Lord wants nothing more , than to return to the sunny Caribbean, than spend a holiday in dreary England. While attending a wedding at his admirals request. He notices Grace Fairchild, desperate attempts of learning the ropes sailing. When Captain Lord jumps in to save Grace from a near tragic accident, the ripple effect is set in motion. And the bond of love is forged.
I really enjoyed this story. Because I can relate myself to the main character, Grace. I believe it’s because I share the same clumsy nature. With Captain Delmore at her side, silently supporting—never condescending, is a hero we all pine for.
Secondly. I really enjoyed learning the ways of sailing. Harmon certainly has a great deal of knowledge when it comes to ships, and their operations.
And last, the humor. I caught myself chuckling out loud in a few places.
I am on the lookout for her next adventure.
In this charming rendition. Grace is encouraged to gain the favor of a up-and-coming officer, Sheldon Ponsby. Who, doesn’t even know of Graces existence. However, with a dark cloud of bad luck, Graces attempts of gaining the attention of said officer; things tend to go from bad to worse.
Enter Captain Delmore Lord. Delmore Lord wants nothing more , than to return to the sunny Caribbean, than spend a holiday in dreary England. While attending a wedding at his admirals request. He notices Grace Fairchild, desperate attempts of learning the ropes sailing. When Captain Lord jumps in to save Grace from a near tragic accident, the ripple effect is set in motion. And the bond of love is forged.
I really enjoyed this story. Because I can relate myself to the main character, Grace. I believe it’s because I share the same clumsy nature. With Captain Delmore at her side, silently supporting—never condescending, is a hero we all pine for.
Secondly. I really enjoyed learning the ways of sailing. Harmon certainly has a great deal of knowledge when it comes to ships, and their operations.
And last, the humor. I caught myself chuckling out loud in a few places.
I am on the lookout for her next adventure.
August 1, 2020
Grace set her cap for Capt Ponsonby years ago having been captivated by him in uniform. Looking for a way to finally get his attention, she decides to take a boat out to show off her nautical skills. The problem is that she doesn't have any...she ends up needing rescued. But it is not the captain that comes to her rescue. It is Mr. Del Lord. See that he has sailing skills, she enlists his help in developing hers to impress the captain.
What Grace doesn't know about Del is that he is a captain in his own right. He is just trying to relax and has decided to not wear his uniform. He agrees to help Grace, but soon realizes that he is fighting a losing battle. He is falling in love with someone that loves another.
Is Del destined to get his heart broken again or will Grace come to realize that her destiny lies with a different captain than the one she has set her eyes on?
I enjoyed Grace and Del's story. I was so happy when I learned that Del was finally going to get his HEA!! I loved that even when he found himself falling for Grace, that he continued to help her get her wish of winning Ponsonby because he wanted her to be happy. Even if that meant his heart was broken again. This was a great addition to the Heroes of the Sea series!
What Grace doesn't know about Del is that he is a captain in his own right. He is just trying to relax and has decided to not wear his uniform. He agrees to help Grace, but soon realizes that he is fighting a losing battle. He is falling in love with someone that loves another.
Is Del destined to get his heart broken again or will Grace come to realize that her destiny lies with a different captain than the one she has set her eyes on?
I enjoyed Grace and Del's story. I was so happy when I learned that Del was finally going to get his HEA!! I loved that even when he found himself falling for Grace, that he continued to help her get her wish of winning Ponsonby because he wanted her to be happy. Even if that meant his heart was broken again. This was a great addition to the Heroes of the Sea series!
August 8, 2020
Lady Grace Fairchild has her eye on a certain young gentleman. Unfortunately, he doesn't seem to return the sentiment. Grace us determined to gain his interest, but thus far, she has only made a fool of herself. She finds an unlikely ally in her uncle's guest, Delmore Lord.
Captain Delmore "Del" Lord might be called dull by some, but he enjoys his living. He is instantly taken in by Grace, but as luck would have it, she's interested in another. However, he can't resist when Grace asks for his help. The more Del is around her, the more he's falling for her. How can he prove to Grace he's the man she wants?
Absolutely love author Danelle Harmon. Her latest novel, MY SAVING GRACE is a page-turner. Del is one of those guys who's cursed to always being overlooked. I love how he sneaks up and surprises Grace. He's a wonderful friend to her. My heart ached for him. I'm so glad Grace was able to see him for who he truly was. I give MY SAVING GRACE 3.5 stars.
Captain Delmore "Del" Lord might be called dull by some, but he enjoys his living. He is instantly taken in by Grace, but as luck would have it, she's interested in another. However, he can't resist when Grace asks for his help. The more Del is around her, the more he's falling for her. How can he prove to Grace he's the man she wants?
Absolutely love author Danelle Harmon. Her latest novel, MY SAVING GRACE is a page-turner. Del is one of those guys who's cursed to always being overlooked. I love how he sneaks up and surprises Grace. He's a wonderful friend to her. My heart ached for him. I'm so glad Grace was able to see him for who he truly was. I give MY SAVING GRACE 3.5 stars.
July 20, 2020
Sometimes love is staring you right in the face but you're so preoccupied, thinking you're in love with someone else, you almost miss your chance at true love. It is this dilemma that Grace finds herself in. I really enjoyed this story and although I found it dragged a bit at times and I wanted to shake both Grace and Del to bring them to their senses, everything turned out the way it should:)
I also loved seeing some of the characters from previous books in this series and the mention of the great female pirate, Grace O'Malley, always peaks my interest! I must also add that Ned's character melted my heart, what a wonderful lad he is!!
There is danger, adventure, humour, twists and turns, as well as romantic angst in this story so it is very much a worthy read.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
I also loved seeing some of the characters from previous books in this series and the mention of the great female pirate, Grace O'Malley, always peaks my interest! I must also add that Ned's character melted my heart, what a wonderful lad he is!!
There is danger, adventure, humour, twists and turns, as well as romantic angst in this story so it is very much a worthy read.
I received an ARC of this book via NetGalley and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
July 29, 2020
Refreshing Point of View
I have read a few books in the series so I did not get lost in terms of other characters being mentioned. I did enjoy reading the continuity of their lives as they are mentioned as side characters in this book.
I really liked the hero. He is not the rogue and womanizer typically found in other romance novels. He is a staid and dependable fellow. I love how he was portrayed. The heroine though is another matter. She came across as immature for me. But she pulled through in the end. I did enjoy the love story as it is told in the points of view of the hero and heroine. I just felt like it dragged in some parts. I liked the sense of family in this book. And the deep abiding love described on the part of the hero. But the heroine took a looooong time to decide. However, the epilogue was awesome!
I have read a few books in the series so I did not get lost in terms of other characters being mentioned. I did enjoy reading the continuity of their lives as they are mentioned as side characters in this book.
I really liked the hero. He is not the rogue and womanizer typically found in other romance novels. He is a staid and dependable fellow. I love how he was portrayed. The heroine though is another matter. She came across as immature for me. But she pulled through in the end. I did enjoy the love story as it is told in the points of view of the hero and heroine. I just felt like it dragged in some parts. I liked the sense of family in this book. And the deep abiding love described on the part of the hero. But the heroine took a looooong time to decide. However, the epilogue was awesome!
July 30, 2020
I was given a copy of this book and I had no idea that it was the 10th book in a series. There are a lot of other characters that have their story and I think I would have enjoyed this one alot more if I had read the first 9 books but this was still a pretty great book!
This book started with Lady Grace wanting to learn sailing to impress a guy who is not out hero. Captain Lord(our hero) ends up saving Grace while she is trying to impress another guy. It was a sweet "meet cute". Of course Lady Grace asks him to help her learn to sail to impress someone else. They become friends during sailing lessons and develop stronger feelings. This is a slow burn romance with some angst and a ghost?
I loved it! It was a highly enjoyable read. I am going back to the start of the series so I can learn about the other characters!
This book started with Lady Grace wanting to learn sailing to impress a guy who is not out hero. Captain Lord(our hero) ends up saving Grace while she is trying to impress another guy. It was a sweet "meet cute". Of course Lady Grace asks him to help her learn to sail to impress someone else. They become friends during sailing lessons and develop stronger feelings. This is a slow burn romance with some angst and a ghost?
I loved it! It was a highly enjoyable read. I am going back to the start of the series so I can learn about the other characters!
August 20, 2020
A charming romance that's painful and funny, of a young lady named Grace who is definitely not. At fourteen Grace became infatuated with Royal Navy Midshipman Sheldon Ponsoby.
At her mother's fourth(?) wedding, Grace, twenty - one, is infatuated with Royal Navy Captain Sheldon Ponsoby. His indifference hasn't changed. Grace's attempts to gain his attention keep failing, but the man who comes to her rescue time and time again is definitely not indifferent. Delmore Lord is hiding his true identity. Afraid of another broken heart, he tries to keep his distance, but the twinkle in Grace's eye is tearing down his barriers. Only Grace still has her eyes on Ponsoby. Grace, Grace, Grace. It took you so long to grow up, you almost lost him.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
At her mother's fourth(?) wedding, Grace, twenty - one, is infatuated with Royal Navy Captain Sheldon Ponsoby. His indifference hasn't changed. Grace's attempts to gain his attention keep failing, but the man who comes to her rescue time and time again is definitely not indifferent. Delmore Lord is hiding his true identity. Afraid of another broken heart, he tries to keep his distance, but the twinkle in Grace's eye is tearing down his barriers. Only Grace still has her eyes on Ponsoby. Grace, Grace, Grace. It took you so long to grow up, you almost lost him.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book.
April 19, 2021
Just when you think love won't come your way, it does and hits you in the head! This was a sweet story of Captain Delmore Lord (son of Diedre O'Devir and Captain Christian Lord from Master of My Dreams book 1 in the Heroes of the Sea Series) and Lady Grace Fairchild (niece of Vice Admiral Sir Graham Falconer...who married The Lady Pirate Maeve Merrick book 3 in the Heroes of the Sea Series).
Captain Delmore is rigid in his duties and goes by the book. He never really participates in any downtime or relaxes until Vice Admiral Sir Graham Falconer has to return to England for his sister's marriage. Captain Delmore decides to go incognito in regular clothing in order to not be noticed as a Captain. Nothing is mentioned of his status. He ends up meeting Lady Grace Fairchild who enlists his help to impress another... Frigate Captain Ponsonby who she's in love with. Basically She puts Captain Delmore in the "friend" category until she sees Delmore for who he really is. I don't want to give any more of the story away. Its a sweet love story and I recommend this book.
NOTE: I ALSO RECOMMEND READING THE "HEROES OF THE SEA SERIES" WHICH INCLUDES THE NOBLE LORDS SERIES & OFFICERS AND GENTLEMAN SERIES ALL BY AWESOME AUTHOR DANELLE HARMON! THEY INTERTWINE AND ITS A GREAT WAY TO READ THEM.
Captain Delmore is rigid in his duties and goes by the book. He never really participates in any downtime or relaxes until Vice Admiral Sir Graham Falconer has to return to England for his sister's marriage. Captain Delmore decides to go incognito in regular clothing in order to not be noticed as a Captain. Nothing is mentioned of his status. He ends up meeting Lady Grace Fairchild who enlists his help to impress another... Frigate Captain Ponsonby who she's in love with. Basically She puts Captain Delmore in the "friend" category until she sees Delmore for who he really is. I don't want to give any more of the story away. Its a sweet love story and I recommend this book.
NOTE: I ALSO RECOMMEND READING THE "HEROES OF THE SEA SERIES" WHICH INCLUDES THE NOBLE LORDS SERIES & OFFICERS AND GENTLEMAN SERIES ALL BY AWESOME AUTHOR DANELLE HARMON! THEY INTERTWINE AND ITS A GREAT WAY TO READ THEM.
July 27, 2020
Lady Grace Fairchild fell for Sheldon Ponsonby when she was fourteen years old, despite not having seen him for seven years her heart has remained true to him and his attendance at her mother’s remarriage is the perfect opportunity for him to notice her. However things keep going awry and she recruits Delmore Lord, who she thinks is merely a friend of her uncle, to help present her in a better light. A lovely story about a gentleman who always seems to be overlooked when it comes to love and a young lady who almost allows a childhood fixation to ruin her chance of true love.
Can be read as a standalone.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from the author and publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Can be read as a standalone.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book from the author and publisher. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
July 29, 2020
This is the first book I have read by Danielle Harmon but I thoroughly enjoyed it. My Saving Grace is the story of Lady Grace Fairchild who has set her sights on Captain Sheldon Ponsonby, a womanizer. Grace is determined to learn to sail to impress Captain Ponsonby. When her attempt leads to her almost drowning, Delmore Lord saves her and agrees to teach her to sail. Del falls for her fast, but he feels he's not worthy of Grace. He's had his heart broken before. During their sailing lessons, Del and Grace develop a friendship and we see Grace begin to doubt her feelings for Ponsonby. This is definitely a must read book! It will bring out every emotion.
July 28, 2020
Accident prone Lady Grace Fairchild is in love with a navy man Captain Ponsonby, but she can’t seem to get him to notice her. In one of the accidents she’s out trying to sail a boat after all how hard can it be. When dull, quiet by the book kind of guy Captain Delmore Lord saves her life and ends up teaching her about sailing and losing his heart to Grace. I love this fun and witty story of two. I found the book captivating as we see Grace start to compare the two captains and captains and fall in love. An excellent story I voluntarily read and wrote this review.
July 13, 2020
A flighty debutante, Grace, only wants a certain ship’s captain to notice her and want to marry her. While scheming to get the man’s attention, she has several mishaps in which she is saved by another captain named Del. I could not warm to Grace’s character. She is immature and, frankly, annoying. I found myself wondering what Del saw in her. I received an ARC from NetGalley and Gnarly Wool Publishing for my honest review.
September 1, 2020
Amazing!! The chemistry between Del and Grace was undeniable. The only problem was that Grace thought herself to be in love with another but the more she is around Del the more her thoughts turn to Del. Del feels the attraction almost immediately, but he agrees to help Grace make the man she has been in love with since she was 14 fall for her even though it is killing him inside and much to his dismay they succeed. A great read that will make you smile and make you cry and smile again.
September 22, 2020
Awesome
I don’t think I have read a single one of her books that I haven’t laughed out loud and cried at least once, probably more. This one, as all her others, has such great characters. The story sucks you in from page one and never lets go. You just keep turning the pages because you can’t stop. This and the DeMontforte series are not to be missed, highly recommend both. They both intertwine a little and will make you happy! This author is always a must buy for me.
I don’t think I have read a single one of her books that I haven’t laughed out loud and cried at least once, probably more. This one, as all her others, has such great characters. The story sucks you in from page one and never lets go. You just keep turning the pages because you can’t stop. This and the DeMontforte series are not to be missed, highly recommend both. They both intertwine a little and will make you happy! This author is always a must buy for me.
March 27, 2024
Delightful
Grace O'Malley has an appearance or two in yet another delightful tale of young confused love. There's humor, suspense and a nicely irritating Grace who will make the reader clench their teeth until she comes to her senses. Del is that quiet man, sometimes overlooked by flashier specimens, but he's the true prize. Danelle Harmon spins a fine tale. This one is one of those.
Grace O'Malley has an appearance or two in yet another delightful tale of young confused love. There's humor, suspense and a nicely irritating Grace who will make the reader clench their teeth until she comes to her senses. Del is that quiet man, sometimes overlooked by flashier specimens, but he's the true prize. Danelle Harmon spins a fine tale. This one is one of those.
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