Release: March 30th, 2021
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Mildred Press
Source: HFVirtual Book Tours
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August Summer thinks she is a nobody until a London solicitor barges into her employer’s drawing-room, revealing not only is she the daughter of an earl but a wealthy heiress as well. Optimistic about a new life, she travels to her ancestral home of Linfield Hall, only for her brother to banish her to London to live with her aunt, a dowager duchess with a reputation.
When Lord Bolton asks him to fetch his illegitimate daughter, solicitor Samuel Brooks does not expect himself to become so invested in the young woman’s debut after wanting nothing to do with dinners and balls before. But as August navigates her way through this new world of the British aristocracy, Brooks is the one who is most dazzled by her unexpected charms.
Since society demands every young girl must marry, August decides she will accept nothing less than someone’s heart in exchange for possession of her newfound fortune. Forced to reexamine his negative views of love and marriage or lose August forever, Brooks soon realizes his heart is the only thing in danger of becoming possessed.
About the Author:
Becky Michaels is a historical romance author and self-proclaimed Anglophile. After graduating from Boston University with a degree in English, she reluctantly decided to get a day job but never stopped writing—or dreaming.
THE LAND STEWARD’S DAUGHTER, a Regency romance set in 1815 England, is her debut novel. Despite the cold winters and high rent, she still lives in the Boston area with her boyfriend and cat.
Lady August Review:
“Lady August” was a fun rags-to-riches historical romance that works well because of the main characters.
The author wrote the characters in a complex manner. I liked the conflicting feelings Brooks has towards August. The two of them share an interesting dynamic, and you could see the chemistry between them. Moreover, I adored Brooks more than August. I loved the way he protects August from her newfound family, especially with Charles. It was also fun seeing him trying to control his feelings for August as he is only her solicitor.
Similarly, August is terrific in the role. The author gave her many storylines, and she never had a dull moment. I particularly loved her bond with Rosamund and the news she gets from Lady Sarah. I also appreciated how the author gave importance to the supporting characters, like Rosamund and Ridlington. Also, I enjoyed the Aunt and the way she trains August into society.
While this book is primarily a historical romance, I also liked August’s journey to adapt to her new life. The author spends time with the character’s struggles and storylines, as much as the romance. Likewise, even Brooks’s plot with Swinton was one of the highlights. Another reason why I enjoyed the book was that it also shows the challenges of the relationship. Brooks and August face challenges even once you think things got sorted, making you want to read till the very end to find out what happens. On a side note, I loved the scenes where they talk about Lucy.
Overall, “Lady August” is a cute, charming historical romance that I liked reading.
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This sounds like a fun red! Thank you for the excellent review, Rajiv!
Amy
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