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3.83 AVERAGE
3.83 AVERAGE
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Marry in Scarlet by Anne Gracie is the fourth (and I believe, final) book of the Marriage of Convenience series and I’m so sad that it is over as I loved these characters. With that said, I am so glad I finally got to read George’s story and I loved how it all wrapped up.
If you recall, the last book had Rose leaving the Duke of Everingham at the altar which turned out well for her in the end. It wasn’t a love match, so he wasn’t that broken hearted about it but he’s definitely having to deal with the gossip and he doesn’t really have any interest in finding a replacement.
Lady Georgina Rutherford is determined not to marry. When she comes of age, she wants to move to the country and raise horses and dogs. Unfortunately for her, that means that until that happens, she has to continue to go to all of the parties and social events whether she wants to or not. George actually has a good reputation with the gentlemen of the Ton because she has always been up front with her plans and even though she still gets offers of marriage, she is clear with her intention not to marry.
George catches Hart’s interest at first because of her aunt Agatha. They never really interacted all that much when Hart was engaged to Rose but when Agatha offers George up as an option as a bride, Hart’s interest is piqued. Of course, he declines (adamantly) but when he starts to engage with George at parties and then also finds out she owns a magnificent horse he would like to own, he decides he wants her and does whatever he has to in order to make her his.
I loved how these two came together. I was worried it was going to be weird with Hart having almost married Rose, but it actually wasn’t as they didn’t have any feelings invested. As George continues to challenge and push back at Hart, things get more interesting until they find themselves in a situation where the only way to save both their reputations is to get married. Unfortunately for George, she is the one to suffer because of this. Having declined other offers, people now think she was scheming for a title and even though she doesn’t really care what people think of her, she does care if what they think is completely incorrect.
As Hart and George start to learn more about each other and correct some assumptions they had along the way, their relationship becomes about more than just the contract they agreed to and it was wonderful to see these two figure it out.
Overall, I thought this was a great wrap up for this group. I loved every one of the stories and George’s was a solid ending. I think everyone who loves Historical Romance should be reading Anne Gracie’s stories as they rank amongst some of my favorites. She develops wonderful characters, interesting stories, and makes the romance swoony. Gracie has quickly become an auto-buy author for me in this genre and I can’t wait for the next book she writes to come out…whatever it is.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the early copy in exchange for an honest review.
If you recall, the last book had Rose leaving the Duke of Everingham at the altar which turned out well for her in the end. It wasn’t a love match, so he wasn’t that broken hearted about it but he’s definitely having to deal with the gossip and he doesn’t really have any interest in finding a replacement.
Lady Georgina Rutherford is determined not to marry. When she comes of age, she wants to move to the country and raise horses and dogs. Unfortunately for her, that means that until that happens, she has to continue to go to all of the parties and social events whether she wants to or not. George actually has a good reputation with the gentlemen of the Ton because she has always been up front with her plans and even though she still gets offers of marriage, she is clear with her intention not to marry.
George catches Hart’s interest at first because of her aunt Agatha. They never really interacted all that much when Hart was engaged to Rose but when Agatha offers George up as an option as a bride, Hart’s interest is piqued. Of course, he declines (adamantly) but when he starts to engage with George at parties and then also finds out she owns a magnificent horse he would like to own, he decides he wants her and does whatever he has to in order to make her his.
I loved how these two came together. I was worried it was going to be weird with Hart having almost married Rose, but it actually wasn’t as they didn’t have any feelings invested. As George continues to challenge and push back at Hart, things get more interesting until they find themselves in a situation where the only way to save both their reputations is to get married. Unfortunately for George, she is the one to suffer because of this. Having declined other offers, people now think she was scheming for a title and even though she doesn’t really care what people think of her, she does care if what they think is completely incorrect.
As Hart and George start to learn more about each other and correct some assumptions they had along the way, their relationship becomes about more than just the contract they agreed to and it was wonderful to see these two figure it out.
Overall, I thought this was a great wrap up for this group. I loved every one of the stories and George’s was a solid ending. I think everyone who loves Historical Romance should be reading Anne Gracie’s stories as they rank amongst some of my favorites. She develops wonderful characters, interesting stories, and makes the romance swoony. Gracie has quickly become an auto-buy author for me in this genre and I can’t wait for the next book she writes to come out…whatever it is.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the early copy in exchange for an honest review.
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:
No
I really enjoyed this book! It started with our fiery heroine, George, detesting Hart, a very broody Duke. And it ended in such a heart-warming way.
The only thing I would change is having the marriage occur earlier in the story.
Not sure why I haven’t read the first two in this series, so I will have to do that soon. I had read the third, which acts as a precursor to this story.
The only thing I would change is having the marriage occur earlier in the story.
Not sure why I haven’t read the first two in this series, so I will have to do that soon. I had read the third, which acts as a precursor to this story.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
2nd read: Definitely the best in the series. I liked it a lot but probably not for a reread. Aunt Dottie's story was told explicitly and that was satisfying to read/listen.
The best in the series. I love George and like her I warmed up to Hart as we got to know him.
The best in the series. I love George and like her I warmed up to Hart as we got to know him.
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Horrible, el héroe es muy toxico parece que este libro es super viejo por los tropes que usa.
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced