A Fine Gentleman

Title: A Fine Gentleman 

Series: The Jonquil Brothers #4

Author: Sarah M. Eden

Source: Hoopla Ebook

My Review:

This story is about Jason, the fourth of seven brothers. He is also twin to Corbin, whose story is in book three. We also met Mariposa briefly in book three. It was not a favorable introduction for me because we had no context and she came across rude.

There is some overlap between this book and the one before it, As You Are. There are also some of the same conversations, which annoyed me. I get it though, you are now getting the conversations through Jason's perspective, not Corbin's, but I still found it repetitive. However, I understand why it was done this way (for those readers who are not reading the books in order, lol).

It took me a while to warm up to Mariposa. Like I mentioned, she was briefly introduced in the previous book and she came across as rude. Once we understand her story, we understand why she is acting the way she is.

We also learn why Jason is so rigid and seemingly uptight. They are both dealing with grief, and doing what they feel they need to in order to survive. Once these two start to let down their defenses and work together, the story really shines. I loved the depths that Jason was willing to go for Mariposa, the friendships made along the way (hello found family!), and the resolution to the mystery that had Mariposa seeking out Jason's help from the beginning. I love how unique each story is and how different the Jonquil brothers are from each other.

★★★★/5

Synopsis (Goodreads):

London barrister Jason Jonquil has spent his entire life working to establish his identity as a gentleman, a man of refinement like his father and brothers. But when fiery Spanish beauty Mariposa Thornton walks into his office, he finds himself losing his grasp on his dignified character. The woman is infuriating, pushing him to the limit of his legendary patience. However, her case seems simple enough—a small matter of inheritance. Or so he believes.

Once a well-born lady, Mariposa fought to survive the brutalities of Napoleon’s war on Spain. She braved horrific perils and undertook dangerous missions on behalf of those fighting against the invading French army. But her greatest battle still lies ahead: after being separated from her family, Mariposa sets in motion a plan to reunite with her loved ones in England. To avoid drawing the attention of the French, Mariposa dons a carefully crafted persona to conceal her true purpose. As Jason and Mariposa are drawn together by the case, they come to know the people beneath the masks they both wear.

When the truth of Mariposa’s quest is revealed, the couple is pulled into a mystery that will test the limits of their courage—and expose the true desire of their hearts.

Recommended Reading Order

Seeking Persephone
Courting Miss Lancaster
Glimmer of Hope
Romancing Daphne
The Kiss of a Stranger
Friends & Foes
Drops of Gold
For Elise
As You Are
A Fine Gentleman
For Love or Honor
Loving Lieutenant Lancaster
"Christmas at Falstone Castle"(novella)
The Heart of a Vicar
The Best-Laid Plans
Charming Artemis
The Best Intentions
The Best of Friends
The Best-Kept Secrets