In The Viscount's Arms
By Allyson Jeleyne
- Release Date: 2019-09-05
- Genre: Historical Romance
Description
Reeling from the death of her parents, eldest daughter Octavia strives to be a source of strength for her sisters. She defies their grandfather’s high-handed meddling—and his desire to see the Staunton girls married. She forges her own path to independence, which leads to the gates of Caswell Hall. There, the governess has just quit her post, leaving a vacant spot in the local lord’s household.
Simon, Viscount Althorne, is impressed by the sensible, dark-haired beauty, and hires her to teach his wayward young niece. He resents the loss of his carefree bachelor days, and longs to see the child settled so that he may return to London. But one perfect English summer turns their plans upside down, and he becomes inexplicably drawn to the one woman he cannot have—the governess.
Can Simon convince her that he is a gentleman worth loving? Will Octavia allow herself to fall for a man beyond her reach? Or will class and duty separate them forever?
Reviews
I really enjoyed this romance
5By CGMurpThe lord and the governess made for an unlikely couple, but they quickly became friends and admired each other’s intelligence. Leah pulled the couple together and their love blossomed. I definitely recommend this book.Long winded, boring and stuffy
1By PriscilleeVery, very boring. Absolutely nothing happens and the “spice” that does happen isn’t worth the wait.In the Viscounts arms
5By Ms. English TeacherGood!Is Love Possible
4By singing in laThe 1860s were structured for separation in class and appropriate behavior.How could a titled have a marriage relationship with someone thought to be below them.Mis tresses were allowed but could friendship or true love be obtained against the norms of the time.Sweet story, passionate romance
4By Crazybunnylady20I was completely taken in by Simon and Octavia’s love story, as well as the love that develops between them for Leah. The characters were well-written and their romance was built on love more than lust. I would not, however, call this a “clean” romance, but rather a “wholesome” romance—as there are a few passionate embraces throughout and one sex scene—but the storyline itself is full of integrity and virtue. If you’re more into clean romances like me, I would skip through the one scene and read the rest because it really is worth it. 4 out of 5 stars!4 stars
4By NewEarthorBustVery sweet, fun story.In the viscount’s arms
5By jane2053Great readGreat Story with abrupt end
3By 1966 hNSGreat character building and setting but it just ended. Major crises is revealed and then left unresolved. Left it feeling incomplete. The first 2/3rds of the book are 5 stars.In the Viscounts Arms
4By Eitel19I loved this story but was disappointed that it ended so sudden. An epilogue would have been nice.Just so so
2By TramissuIf you’re completely bored, probably a good enough time pass but nothing exceptionalBook #1 ❤️
5By Allie12361Loved this story, the setting, the characters, the emotions.Lovely characters...heartwarming.
5By TheSassy1962That’s it. I am addicted to these people. On to book 2!!Amazing!
5By NannahCThis is one of the best historical romance novels I’ve read in a long time. To those who commented that the story was long-winded, I disagree. The plot was planned out well and each part of it was enjoyable — not at all boring. This book featured a hero who doesn’t harbor some awful, tragic secret from his past (very refreshing) and the romance doesn’t even necessarily begin from a place of lust. It all develops very naturally, and I absolutely love and recommend this book!Too wordy
4By Doane2It could have been better with fewer words and less drawn out which I normally would not finish a book like that but I still really enjoyed it and so was worth the read.Boring
1By GmaeddiWay too long & way too boring.Ok
4By Ugh, just badSomewhat long winded story.
