Monday, April 15, 2019

A Regency Romance in Cornwall with Smugglers, Family Secrets, and Love


Cordelia Greythorne is a young widow, estranged from her husband's family in Cornwall, who blame her for his death. She has taken a position in Yorkshire, as a governess to five children who have lost their mother. Cordelia loves the children. When their father dies giving his brother, Jac Tewethewey, guardianship of the children, she promises to go with them to Penwythe Hall in Cornwall even though it is near her dead husband’s family estate.

Jac is surprised by the arrival of five children and their governess. He and his brother were estranged over Jac’s inheritance of Penwythe Hall, so he didn’t expect to inherit guardianship of the children. He’s busy trying to make the estate profitable again, but he vows to do his best for the children. He is also drawn to the attractive governess. He senses a mystery around her and wants to protect her. She is also very aware of Jac, and through she feels an attraction doesn’t think she can risk love again.

The is a delightful Regency novel. I loved the descriptions of Cornwall. You could almost see Jac’s apple trees and smell the salt air. The characters, the governess and the lord of the manor, are quite typical for this type of novel. However, they draw you in as Jac tries to handle his feelings for his nieces and nephews as well as the pretty governess.

The book starts slowly as we become acquainted with the children and their new home. However, when Cordelia’s brother-in-law shows up at the Frost Ball, the action intensifies. If you enjoy Regency novels, this is a good one.

I received this book from BookLook Bloggers for this review.



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