The Austen Obsession

I find it fascinating how there is literature that looks far into the past, speculating about what might have been. In my mind, much of this literature centres around an Austen theme, telling tales of proud Lords and Ladies who fall in love. Although, some venture beyond what Austen could ever write, that is, into the bedrooms of these young lovers (such as Bridgerton).

I am a proud Austen fan and thus, rather cautious about what Regency Era lit I consume, but I am open to any recent authors who venture into this time as I too, like to imagine those witty conversations and joyful dances.

Never Fall For Your Fiancee

Despite the predictability of character and plot development, I really enjoyed Never Fall For Your Fiancee by Virginia Heath, strictly because Heath is a very talented writer. The language she used both for scene descriptions and in conversations between characters situated me as the reader in the Regency Era, and the troubles of this world seemed to blissfully melt away! I was easily immersed, which helped me to enjoy the relationship that developed between Hugh and his fake fiancee, Minerva.

Although I am usually skeptical of series such as these, I find that I am anxiously awaiting the arrival of the second book in the Merriwell Sisters series. 3.5 stars from me!

Thank you Netgalley for sending me this ARC. To share any thoughts, questions, or review requests, please comment below, email me (theopinionatedbookworm@gmail.com), or follow me on Instagram (@theopinionatedbookworm1).

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