Welcome back readers!
Today, we're celebrating the latest release from author Ella Matthews and couldn't be MORE excited. 😃 Why? Well, quite simply, I've not been disappointed by her work previously, and loved the first one in this series, so anticipation has been mounting for some time...to put it not so simply, you'll want to read on 😉. So, without further ado, ladies and gents, Historical Romance fans round the world, I give you today's featured title...
The Governess' Unlikely Suitor
The Dashworth Brothers, book 2
by
Ella Matthews
About the book...
Katherine Hornel has carved out a life she loves. Being a governess might put her in the way of arrogant aristocratic families, but the children are always a delight. When a controlling employer makes life in his house impossible, she flees. But this is only the beginning of her problems. Bent on revenge, her ex-employer sets out to destroy not only her life, but also that of her brother’s. Penniless, she must find a different way to make ends meet, all while trying to stay true to herself.
Desperate to find out how his older brother died while living in America, Edward Dashworth hires investigator Simon Hornel. In exchange for Simon journeying so far from home, Edward promises to provide for his penniless sister, Katherine. It cannot matter that she is the most beautiful woman Edward has ever met. Not only has he sworn an oath to protect her, their difference in station makes a relationship impossible and, with the truth getting ever closer, he cannot afford to disrupt Simon’s search.
But when fate pushes Edward and Katherine together, temptation might be too hard for them to resist. And, if they give in, can they live with the consequences?
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Fan of...
• Regency romance
• Friends to lovers
• Private dance lessons
• Open door
... then this is TOTALLY the book for you!
I've read this author's work before (several of her titles actually), and thoroughly enjoyed myself each and every time. In fact, when the first Dashworth Brothers book came out, I was there to see it happen, celebrate its arrival, and spread the word... the chance to do it again now with book two is simply magical!
Freddie was paired off in the first tale, and it was one for the books. This time around, the lucky Dashworth on the invisible marriage block is Edward. You might say still waters run deep with this one, but, you've got to keep in mind, he has a shared past with the others to overcome too. His aunt wasn't any easier on him than his brothers, yet not in a "let's get you all grown up" sort of way. Her way was more Red Queen in Regency England with a dash of Mommy Dearest, and Flowers in the Attic thrown in. With Edward, he may put off a stand offish vibe, especially with those he's interested in, but he'd never want to put someone in a position that they feel they are obligated to do something, or feel a certain way in order to maintain a quality of life, or procure a roof over their head. Not to worry though...our leading lady has issues in her past as well, and they aren't any easier to dress up and hide. A match made in heaven...if they can only get past the hells they've been through.
I ADORED the characters, marveled at the author's ability to create such vibrant stories one wishes they could step into, wondered when these two would learn to communicate outside of their own minds and solve SO MUCH, but certainly felt the power of actions over words 😉. By book's end, I added another book to my "read and loved" list, and made room on any future TBR for the next brother's tale!
All in all, a great read for Historical Romance fans and a wonderful addition to the series! If you've read Ella Matthews' work before, you won't be disappointed; if you haven't, there's no time like the present! While it is book two in the collection, you could totally read it standalone style, and then go back to the first one, if your little heart desires.
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About the author...
Ella Matthews lives and works in beautiful South Wales. When not thinking about handsome heroes she can be found walking along their coast with her husband and their two children (probably still thinking about heroes but at least pretending to be interested in everyone else).
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Much thanks to the Victory Editing NetGalley Co-op for the approval and eARC access. (THANKS!) Let it be known, the eARC was received for review, but the opinions expressed are entirely my own. This title celebrates its BOOK BIRTHDAY today, so snag your copy wherever books are sold, or on your favorite online retailer.
Until next time, remember...if it looks good, READ IT!
