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bookishinseattle's review against another edition
3.0
The bright cover drew me in and I am glad I picked this one up! I do not read very many historical romances but quickly fell in love with the sisters! I really enjoyed the storyline and some parts actually made me laugh out loud. I am always here for a fake dating trope and this definitely made for an entertaining read. I enjoyed Minerva and Hugh’s story but had a hard time connecting with the historical romance aspect of the book. Overall I am excited for the next book in the series!
Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Griffin for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
Thank you NetGalley and St. Martin's Griffin for the eARC in exchange for my honest review.
grymoira's review against another edition
3.0
Somewhat amusing, but not great
Part of the reason this got only three stars for me was that the interesting premise turned into a very convoluted and long-suffering inducing storyline. Also, the author deviated from historical accuracy with phrases such as "running interface" which is jarring for me as a reader. This was my first introduction to the author's work, and I probably won't read more by her.
As far as recommendations go, I would suggest this only as a read of desperation when there are so many excellent reads available in the genre.
Part of the reason this got only three stars for me was that the interesting premise turned into a very convoluted and long-suffering inducing storyline. Also, the author deviated from historical accuracy with phrases such as "running interface" which is jarring for me as a reader. This was my first introduction to the author's work, and I probably won't read more by her.
As far as recommendations go, I would suggest this only as a read of desperation when there are so many excellent reads available in the genre.
thesalalmon's review against another edition
4.0
Thoroughly enjoyed the read, though wanted more from the ending (and one nagging loose end - but perhaps that’s left for the sequel)
friend007's review against another edition
3.0
A bit too long and way too drawn out for the all of the miscommunication. I also didn’t feel like the guy really groveled as much as he should have
theromanticace's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Alcoholism, and Alcohol
amberwallace2012's review against another edition
4.0
Excellent!
What can go wrong with hiring a lady to play as your fiancé when your mother (who is determined to see you married) is coming for a visit? Hugh Standish, the Earl of Fareham, is about to find out. Hugh hires a young lady named Minerva to act as his fiancé, but little do either of them know that their fake engagement will start to feel real.
I really enjoy reading the "fake engagement turns to real love" trope and regency era novels. The characters felt real and relatable. However, I adored the butler, Payne. His name suits him greatly as he is at times a pain to his master with his sassy and often insubordinate ways, yet was still appreciated by the Earl and his mother. He doesn't hold back on telling Hugh precisely what he thinks, he has a dry sense of humor, and yet he supports Hugh and Minerva throughout the story.
I found this book to be humorous and fun, and often found myself laughing out loud. A great start to a series of novels following the Merriwell sisters.
What can go wrong with hiring a lady to play as your fiancé when your mother (who is determined to see you married) is coming for a visit? Hugh Standish, the Earl of Fareham, is about to find out. Hugh hires a young lady named Minerva to act as his fiancé, but little do either of them know that their fake engagement will start to feel real.
I really enjoy reading the "fake engagement turns to real love" trope and regency era novels. The characters felt real and relatable. However, I adored the butler, Payne. His name suits him greatly as he is at times a pain to his master with his sassy and often insubordinate ways, yet was still appreciated by the Earl and his mother. He doesn't hold back on telling Hugh precisely what he thinks, he has a dry sense of humor, and yet he supports Hugh and Minerva throughout the story.
I found this book to be humorous and fun, and often found myself laughing out loud. A great start to a series of novels following the Merriwell sisters.
cmb810's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
bookednbookish's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
bookishblades's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5