Winning the Gentleman by Kristi Ann Hunter

 

Winning the Gentleman by Kristi Ann Hunter is the second book in her Hearts on the Heath series, but is also a stand alone novel.  The story introduces our chatty heroine, Sophia Fitzroy, who is a circus performer turned horse jockey from Ireland, and Aaron Whitworth, our very complicated quiet hero who runs a horse stable.  Their interaction together is priceless. I smiled, reflected on God’s goodness,  and my heart was touched as I read their story.  

The secondary characters brought depth to the novel in their interaction with the main characters.  I recognized many from other novels by Hunter.   After I finished reading I could not help but wonder when I will see them again, and if they will be in the third book in this series.  

This story brought me joy!  Kristi Hunter magically weaves romance, humor, friendship and horsemanship into an amazing Regency story while gently reminding us that our God is a God who loves to redeem things.  This is a theme that I always need to remember. 

 I can highly recommend Winning the Gentleman by Kristi Ann Hunter.  

I was given the book through the publisher and not required to write a positive review. 

Kristi is the award winning author of Regency romance novels from a Christian worldview. Her books include the Hawthorne House series, the Haven Manor series, and the recently published first stories of the Hearts on the Heath series. Beyond writing, she is also speaker, teaching classes in writing as well as Biblical and spiritual topics. She has spoken to writers' groups, schools, and young women's groups at churches. 

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When she is not writing or interacting with her readers, Kristi spends time with her family and her church. A graduate of Georgia Tech with a computer science degree, she can also be found fiddling with her computer in her free time. A born lover of stories she is also an avid reader. From very young she dreamed of sharing her own stories with others and praises God daily that she gets to live that dream today. 

The Indebted Earl by Erica Vetsch

 Like many others I have been waiting for Erica Vetsch’s third book in the Serendipity & Secrets series, The Indebted Earl.  I am pleased to say that my waiting was not in vain and the book is amazing!   The story of Lady Sophia Haverly and Captain Charles Malvern is all that a Regency novel should be.  They both meet under unusual circumstances  after the passing of Lady Haverly’s fiancé, Major Richardson.  Captain Malvern comes to pay his condolences and ends up taking Lady Haverly and her companion to Devon to his new estate where he is now an Earl.  The story is pure Regency with assemblies, romance, wonderful dialogue, a marriage of convenience, smuggling, a setting on the coast of England, and wards that appear out of nowhere.  Truly a delight!  

 Erica Vetsch is now one of my new go to authors  for a wonderful Regency read.  She has  all   I love in a Regency novel.  God’s sovereignty is discussed in a beautiful and meaningful way.   Truly an inspiring Regency read.  I recommend The Indebted Earl.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

Best-selling, award-winning author Erica Vetsch loves Jesus, history, romance, and sports. When she’s not writing fiction, she’s planning her next trip to a history museum and cheering on her Kansas Jayhawks and New Zealand All Blacks. You can connect with her at her website, www.ericavetsch.com where you can read about her books and sign up for her newsletter, and you can find her online at https://www.facebook.com/EricaVetschAuthor/ where she spends way too much time!

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Bookshop by the Sea by Denise Hunter

 “Aiden tossed his head back, laughing with abandon.  He looked much the same, just a little less boy and a little more man.  His shoulders were broader, and he sported a five o’clock shadow. “ 

Aiden and Sophie were high school sweethearts whose relationship did not end well.  They both have baggage and issues which they carry with them.  They meet again at Sophie’s sister Jenna’s wedding in Bookshop by the Sea.  Through a hurricane, family issues, and the opening of a bookshop we discover the story of Sophie and Aiden’s second chance at a future together. 

“His arms went around her, drawing her closer until his heart beat against hers. “

Denise Hunter is an expert storyteller, and the master of romance.   Bookshop by the Sea does not disappoint.   She creates excellent romantic tension with Sophie and Aiden’s story.  It was a pleasure to watch both characters learn to grow deeper in their faith, their own self-awareness, and mature into people we respect and love by the end of the book

 I really enjoyed Bookshop by the Sea, and recommend it.  

This book was given to me by the publisher and I was not required to write a positive review. 

Denise Hunter is the internationally published bestselling author of more than 35 books, three of which have been adapted into Hallmark movies. When Denise isn't orchestrating love on the written page, she enjoys traveling with her family, playing drums, and reading as much as humanly possible. Denise makes her home in Indiana where she and her husband have raised three boys and are currently enjoying an empty nest.