Published by Hera Books on 13th January 2023
Pages: 373
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Can old-fashioned courtship survive in today's dating world?
When Emma Love’s mother retires, it is time for her to take the reins of the family dating agency and build on its success. And she has a fresh new idea: to host a Jane Austen-style Regency Season of glamourous events where potential lovers can actually take the time to get to know each other in person, with no apps in between.
Emma has no intention of becoming romantically involved herself, of course; she is a matchmaker on the hunt for the perfect partner for ladies like Annie (who thought she had missed her chance at love a long time ago), Jane (recently divorced and nervously stepping into her new life) and wild child Lydia (more interested in hooking up than finding Mr Darcy).
As the Season unfolds, there is only one fly in Emma’s ointment – the irritating Mr Knight, with his casual attitude and gentle cynicism. Why is she allowing him to ruffle her calm, ordered life and why can’t she stop thinking about him? She is far too sensible to take a chance on love – isn’t she?
Jane Austen meets Sophie Kinsella in this laugh-out-loud, captivating romantic comedy.
This phrase is definitely apt for this book, but be still my heart- what a beauty of a book.
Ok not going to lie, straight off the bat I guessed the secrets of a couple of characters but I didn’t care. I loved everyone’s stories and their personal growth. I don’t think I can choose my favourite character. Although I think Tom stuck with me a lot throughout the book.
I LOVE the idea of a Regency dating season, and it would be something I would have loved to have done. Dress up and have so much fun.
This book was just a little bit of magic for me. I devoured it in one sitting. I was up until silly o clock reading (tired now!) As I just didn’t want to let anyone go. We see them grow as people and watch friends and relationships blossom. The best thing, well there will be another book. Thank god for that!! I need more of Emma and the gang in my life. I am nowhere near ready to let them all go.
I just loved it all. It stole my heart from the beginning and my sleep! It was just a gorgeous book and definitely the tonic I needed. I just want more….and now 🤭🤭 .
The writing just flows as it sucks you in as we go back into the time of chaperones and dances despite being in the 21st century. This most definitely has Hollywood film written all over it. It is romantic, and tear-inducing and tackles so many sensitive subjects. All without taboo and it is dealt with delicately and respectfully.
Just perfect.
Until the next time xxx
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