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A review by plottrysts
All's Fair in Love and War by Virginia Heath
4.0
Certain starchy heroes hit just right. That includes Captain Harry Kincaid, MMC of this book. This guy is starchy, OK? He carries two pocket watches so he can be sure never to be late even if one were to stop working; he gets "twitchy" whenever his strict schedule is interrupted; his job is basically purchasing logistics for the entire British navy. Unexpectedly left in charge of his nephew and nieces, he hires a governess to take charge and make sure his life runs on its usual impeccable schedule.
Georgie, the governess, is passionate about treating children like people, meaning that she doesn't think they should be cooped up inside for 7 hours a day or be "seen and not heard." This seems like it's setting up an order/chaos opposites attract romance. But it turns out that Georgie and Harry are some truly remarkable characters: they are both able to change their minds when presented with new evidence. They also both appreciate competence, and they're both good at their jobs.
Virginia Heath has a knack for writing humor, and this book is really funny. It's also a Regency romcom that tackles professional burnout - and does that really well!
39-Word Summaries:
Laine: Starchy military guy is suddenly in charge of three kids. He hires a governess who is unfortunately hot and quotes military dudes. Harry ruined his life for a woman once, he needs to learn to ruin it for himself.
Meg: What do you do with a hero who’s so starchy he needs two pocket watches just in case he forgets to wind one? (He would never forget.) First step? Fall in love. Second step? Muss him up (of course).
This objective review is based on a complimentary copy of the novel.
Georgie, the governess, is passionate about treating children like people, meaning that she doesn't think they should be cooped up inside for 7 hours a day or be "seen and not heard." This seems like it's setting up an order/chaos opposites attract romance. But it turns out that Georgie and Harry are some truly remarkable characters: they are both able to change their minds when presented with new evidence. They also both appreciate competence, and they're both good at their jobs.
Virginia Heath has a knack for writing humor, and this book is really funny. It's also a Regency romcom that tackles professional burnout - and does that really well!
39-Word Summaries:
Laine: Starchy military guy is suddenly in charge of three kids. He hires a governess who is unfortunately hot and quotes military dudes. Harry ruined his life for a woman once, he needs to learn to ruin it for himself.
Meg: What do you do with a hero who’s so starchy he needs two pocket watches just in case he forgets to wind one? (He would never forget.) First step? Fall in love. Second step? Muss him up (of course).
This objective review is based on a complimentary copy of the novel.