A review by alicejm
Autumn Duchess by Lucinda Brant

emotional funny hopeful relaxing sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

5.0

A glorious exploration of an idea rarely seen in romance novels - can true love strike twice? This story deftly explores both grief and new love through the character of Antonia, who is struggling with the death of a most beloved husband when a stranger walks into her life. I find this to be the sweetest of the Roxton books - the child characters are given a lot of page time (and they are all charming and cute), and of course a lovely HEA. There are some frightening parts to do with medical abuse, so be aware of this when reading. The descriptions of every day life for the titled citizens of Georgian UK are interesting and very well researched. As with all Brant's books, the descriptions of clothing are especially delicious. I recommend this as a lazy, decadent day read.