Frankly, My Dear Clara

Title: Frankly, My Dear Clara

Series: London Dreams #1

Author: Kristi Ann Hunter

Source: own

My Review:

I am struggling to find the words for this review.

Battling the Bluestocking

Title: Battling the Bluestocking

Series: The Donovans #3

Author: Martha Keyes 

Narrators: Ella Lynch & Rupert Degas

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Battling the Bluestocking is the third book in the Donovan series. While it COULD be read as a standalone novel, I highly recommend reading The Art of Victory and A Confirmed Rake first.

A Confirmed Rake

Title: A Confirmed Rake

Series: The Donovans #2

Author: Martha Keyes 

Narrators: Ella Lynch & Rupert Degas

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

A Confirmed Rake is the second book in the Donovan series, and while it COULD be read as a standalone novel, I highly recommend reading The Art of Victory first. There we meet Diana (Valentine's sister) and Marmaduke (Rebecca's brother). 

The Art of Victory

Title: The Art of Victory

Series: The Donovans #1

Author: Martha Keyes 

Narrator: Ella Lynch

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

Diana declares war on Marmaduke Russel when he stands in the way of her dear friend Lucy marrying the one her heart desires. Side note: I love his name, so unique!

The Silent Governess

Title: The Silent Governess

Author: Julie Klassen

Source: own

My Review:

I have quite a few mixed feelings on this story.

Highcliffe House

Title: Highcliffe House

Author: Megan Walker

Source: Library

My Review:

With Highcliffe House, I have officially read all of Megan Walker's Proper Romance books, and I am SO sad there are not currently any more.

The Ace of Hearts

Title: The Ace of Hearts

Series: Larkhall Letters #1

Author: Ashtyn Newbold

Narrator: Christine Rendel

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I was curious about Alice and her sister Louisa's plight, and I was rooting for them.

A Deal With A Debutante

Title: A Deal With A Debutante

Series: London's Most Eligible #1

Author: Chelsea Bobulski

Narrator: Amy Scanlon

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

A Deal with A Debutante is my first book by Chelsea Bobulski, but it won't be my last. I enjoyed the narration by Amy Scanlon.

The Duke's Bargain

Title: The Duke's Bargain

Author: Megan Walker

Source: Own

My Review:

While this is a stand-alone novel, there is something you need to know. The Duke from Miss Newbury's List and Georgiana from Lakeshire Park are the main characters in this book. If you have not read those books, I highly recommend reading them before starting this one to understand the full story behind these two characters.

Lakeshire Park

Title: Lakeshire Park

Author: Megan Walker

Source: Library

My Review:

Here is what you need to know. This is a standalone novel. However, if you have plans to read The Duke's Bargain, Megan Walker's newest release, you should first read Miss Newbury's List, then Lakeshire Park, and finally, The Duke's Bargain. The Duke from Miss Newbury's List and Georgiana from this book are the main characters in The Duke's Bargain. 

Miss Newbury's List

Title: Miss Newbury's List

Author: Megan Walker

Narrator: Justine Eyre

Source: own

My Review:

I can't believe this is the first book I have read by Megan Walker. Her writing felt like an old friend. I was sure I had read something by her before. Well, now I have a new friend, and I will be reading whatever I can get my hands on by her!

Manor For Sale, Baron Included

Title: Manor For Sale, Baron Included

Series: A Romance of Rank #1

Author: Esther Hatch

Source: own

My Review:

Manor for Sale, Baron Included is my first book by Esther Hatch.

The Indebted Earl

Title: The Indebted Earl

Series: Serendipity & Secrets #3

Author: Erica Vetsch

Narrator: Mary Sarah

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I have really enjoyed this series! I wasn't going to read this one because it seemed like the series wrapped up in book two, but this book is Sophia's story (Marcus's sister).

The Gentleman Spy

Title: The Gentleman Spy

Series: Serendipity & Secrets #2

Author: Erica Vetsch

Narrator: Mary Sarah

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

I was looking forward to Marcus's story, and it did not disappoint.

The Lost Lieutenant

Title: The Lost Lieutenant

Series: Serendipity & Secrets #1

Author: Erica Vetsch

Narrator: Mary Sarah

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

The Lost Lieutenant is the first book in the Serendipity & Secrets series by Erica Vetsch. My only regret is letting it languish on my TBR for so long.

To Charm a Lady

Title: To Charm a Lady

Series: The Cartwells #2

Author: Joanna Barker

Source: Library

My Review:

To Charm a Lady is the second book in The Cartwells duology. They don't have to be read in order, but you will enjoy them more if you do read them in order.

Edenbrooke

Title: Edenbrooke

Series: Edenbrooke #1

Author: Julianne Donaldson

Source: Library

My Review:

I have a confession to make. This book has been on my "want to read" list for years. After checking it out of the library multiple times, including on Hoopla, and never reading it, I decided I didn't want to read it. Then, I decided to give it one more try. You all, I almost missed a fabulous book because of some weird mood I had previously been in!!

The Letter From Briarton park

Title: The Letter From Briarton Park

Series: Houses of Yorkshire #1

Author: Sarah E. Ladd

Narrator: Jude Mason

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Genre: Historical Fiction, Mystery, Christian Fiction, Regency

Source: Hoopla

My Review:

The Letter From Briarton Park is my first introduction to Sarah E. Ladd's books. Jude Mason did a good job with the narration.

Sense and Suitability

Title: Sense and Suitability

Author: Pepper Basham

Narrators: Fiona Hardingham and Christopher Ashman

Publisher: Thomas Nelson Audible Audio

Genre: Regency, Christian Fiction, Christian Romance, Classic Retelling,

Source: Net Galley

RELEASES: October 14, 2025

My Review:

I did not like Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility. But when I saw Pepper Basham had a book coming out loosely based on it, I knew I had to read Sense and Suitability. Why? Because Pepper Basham wrote it. Also, this is Basham's first foray into the Regency genre.

Enchanting the Heiress

Title: Enchanting the Heiress

Series: Hearts on the Heath #3

Author: Kristi Ann Hunter

Publisher: Bethany House

Genre: Historical, Christian Fiction, Regency, Romance

Source: Library

My Review:

Enchanting the Heiress is the third and final book in the Hearts on the Heath series. It can be read as a standalone novel, but I recommend reading the first two books, or at least the second, as Jonas and Harriet are first introduced in those books. It will give you a broader understanding of their character and interactions with their friends.