Winning the Gentleman

Title: Winning the Gentleman

Series: Hearts on the Heath #2

Author: Kristi Ann Hunter

Narrator: Ann Marie Gideon

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical, Christian Fiction, Regency, Romance

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Winning the Gentleman is the second book in the Hearts on the Heath series. While it could be read as a stand-alone novel, I recommend reading Vying for the Viscount first, as that is where we are first introduced to Aaron Whitworth (our mmc).

I enjoyed getting to know Aaron in Vying for the Viscount, but boy, did he come to life in Winning the Gentleman! I loved his story, but more than that, his character growth. The way he leaned more on the Lord made me want to be stronger in my faith.

There are so many things I loved about Sophia-her spunk, that she's a twin, her unique abilities with horses, and her grit and determination! However, her character growth is what stands out the most. 

This story has witty banter, a unique storyline, Lords and Ladies, angst, a hidden twin, horse racing, and so much more. I highly recommend it.

★★★★★/5

Synopsis (Goodreads):  

Aaron Whitworth hasn't had control over most aspects of his life, but he's always taken pride in being an honorable businessman and better-than-average horseman. When both of those claims are threatened, he makes the desperate decision to hire the horse trainer of a traveling circus as a temporary jockey for his racehorses.

Sophia Fitzroy knows that most horsemen don't take her seriously because she's a woman, but she can't pass up the opportunity to get away from the tumultuous world of travel and performing. As she fights for the right to do the work she was hired for, she learns the fight for Aaron's guarded heart might be an even more worthwhile challenge.

As secrets come to light and past vulnerabilities are confronted, will Aaron and Sophia sacrifice their former dreams and forge a new one together--against all odds?