Her Country Gentleman by Sian Ann Bessey, Sarah M. Eden, and Rebecca Connolly (Austenprose PR Book Tour)

 

Her Country Gentleman is part of the Timeless Georgian Collection.  This is my first read of that collection and I greatly enjoyed it.  With all that is going on in the world right now, it was nice to sit down and read these gentle romances set in the Georgian time period.  The collection has three novellas.  They all have a theme that includes sheep and a young lady on a journey.  It was a perfect springtime collection.

In Spring at Tibbley Hall by Sian Ann Bessey, Charlotte has gone on a trip with her Grandmamma to Tibbley Hall.  Once there, she meets a man she mistakenly takes for a farm hand who is caring for the sheep.  She learns that it is William, Lord Cheston, the master of the estate.  His mother and her grandmother were determined that they meet.  Will they find love?

In Love of My Heart, Cordelia Wakefield’s family has had to retrench and leave London for Scotland.  How will she find a husband without a season?  In Scotland, she meets the home farmer and his pet lamb.  She is enamored, but her parents are not.  When she discovers that he is the heir to the castle, will her parents and his grandfather come around to their relationship?

In Miss Smith goes to Wiltshire, Martha Smith is visiting her relative in Wiltshire to learn the error of her ways.  Her mother is very upset that she will not marry the men that she approves of and wants her daughter to marry.  Martha just wants to have a happy and unpretentious life.  When she meets a farmer, who ends up really being a poor Earl, will she be able to find her own happy ending?

I loved all three stories.  You can read them individually or read the entire book in one sitting.  I read through this quickly myself and enjoyed it.  It is a clean romance. The Georgian period is right before the Regency period, and I was amused by the different styles (wigs and a lot more going on with the dresses).

Favorite Quote: 

“There is much of grandeur to be found in London, but hardly substance.  At least not in my circles.  One does get so tired of ceremony and gored with pretense.  Everybody is playing a part, and one is always on display.”

Overall, Her Country Gentleman is a sweet collection of novellas that is perfect for spring. 

A Review Copy from Mirror Press as part of the Austenprose PR Book Tour.  Thank-you! I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

QUICK FACTS

·         Title: Her Country Gentleman

·         Series: Timeless Georgian Collection (Book 1)

·         Authors: Sian Ann Bessey, Sarah M. Eden, & Rebecca Connolly

·         Genre: Historical Romance, Georgian Romance, Inspirational Fiction

·         Publisher: Mirror Press (March 8, 2022)

·         Length: (300) pages

·         Format: Trade paperback, eBook, & audiobook 

·         ISBN: 978-1952611216

·         Tour Dates: March 7-20, 2022

 

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Her Country Gentleman is the first book in the Timeless Georgian Collection, a new anthology series from Mirror Press. The book features three novellas from bestselling historical romance authors whose stories reveal that not all love is found in London.

“Spring at Tribbley Hall,” by Sian Ann Bessey

When Charlotte's grandmother invites her to accompany her to Norfolk, Charlotte jumps at the chance to visit the sea and escape the fuss surrounding her sister's wedding preparations in London. Lord William Cheston, on the other hand, is most unhappy when his mother informs him that her old friend and a granddaughter are coming to stay. Not only is it lambing season, but he's also dealing with the mysterious loss of several sheep. The last thing he needs is a child underfoot. When Charlotte and William first meet, he does not realize that the lovely young lady is the granddaughter in question, and she assumes that the man dressed in work clothes in the barn is a servant. Soon afterward, however, Charlotte stumbles upon a clue to William's sheep's disappearance, and when her life is placed in jeopardy, William is forced to choose between saving his unwanted houseguest and catching the thief.

“Love of My Heart,” by Sarah M. Eden

Cordelia Wakefield has never lived anywhere but London and is not overly happy when her family is forced to retrench to a small estate near Teviotbrae, Scotland. An ill-fated game of battledore and shuttlecock brings her face-to-racquet with Sebastian, who runs the home farm at nearby Teviot Castle. What begins as a clash of personalities, expectations, and preferences, soon leads to a friendship neither had expected. As the magic of Teviotbrae weaves its spell, the possibility of something more than friendship begins to blossom. But what future is there for a lowly farmer and a London lady?

“Miss Smith Goes to Wiltshire,” by Rebecca Connolly

Martha Smith wants to marry for love and will not be persuaded otherwise. She is highly sought after in Society for her beauty and status but refuses to consider any suitor whose only claim is that his prospects meet with her mother's approval. Her widowed mother has had enough of Martha's romantic sensibilities and is sending her to stay with unfortunate cousins in Wiltshire to show her that marrying for love is a risk that is too great. Benjamin Steele, Lord Hillier, is working on his new and dilapidated estate when he first catches sight of the striking Martha Smith. Becoming Lord Hillier has only brought him a house that needs significant repairs, tenant farms that had been abandoned, and only the money he'd already possessed. He wants meaning in his life, and he's more than willing to work for it. Though worlds apart in all else, on this point they can agree: a life of meaning would change everything.

ABOUT THE SERIES

The Timeless Georgian Collection is a new series featuring novellas set in England during the Georgian era (1714 – 1830). It is part of A Timeless Romance Anthology series published by Mirror Press — a curated collection of novellas and short stories featuring bestselling authors from the contemporary and historical romance genres. The collection has hit the USA TODAY bestselling list and charted at #1 at Amazon.com. Learn more about the series and other anthologies published by Mirror Press at their website.  

 

ADVANCE PRAISE

·         “I have no hesitation in giving five stars collectively to this book. Great writing. Outstanding characters and each story is very compelling and different.”— Ken Reynolds, Goodreads

·         “This book is authored by three very talented authors, Sian Bessey, Sarah Eden, and Rebecca Connolly. I will admit upfront that these are three of my favorite authors so my expectations were high and they did not disappoint. This book is a truly wonderful read that I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.”— Shauna Jones, Goodreads

·         “I enjoyed the premise of each book - high society lady going to the country. But each heroine found their own adventure as they learned to live a different type of life than they were used to. Each hero was engaging. And of course, I loved their HEAs”— Caleen Picket, Goodreads

 

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AUTHOR BIOS

Sian Ann Bessey

Born in Cambridge, England, but grew up on the island of Anglesey off the coast of North Wales, Sian left her homeland to attend university in the U.S. and earned a bachelor's degree in communications with a minor in English.

 

She began her writing career as a student, publishing several magazine articles while still in college. Since then, she has published historical romance and romantic suspense novels, along with a variety of children's books. She is a USA Today bestselling author, a Foreward Reviews Book of the Year finalist, and a Whitney Award finalist.

 

She loves to travel and experience other cultures, but when she's home, her favorite activities are spending time with her family, cooking, and reading.

 

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Sarah M. Eden

 

Sarah M. Eden is a USA Today bestselling author of multiple historical romances, including AML's "2013 Novel of the Year" and Foreword Review’s 2013 “IndieFab Book of the Year” gold medal winner for Best Romance, Longing for Home, and the Whitney Award's "2014 Novel of the Year," Longing for Home: Hope Springs.

 

Combining her obsession with history and affinity for tender love stories, Sarah loves crafting witty characters and heartfelt romances set against rich historical backdrops. She holds a bachelor’s degree in research and happily spends hours perusing the reference shelves of her local library. Sarah lives with her husband, kids, and mischievous dog in the shadow of a snow-capped mountain she has never attempted to ski.

 

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Rebecca Connolly

 

Rebecca Connolly is the author of more than two dozen novels. She calls herself a Midwest girl, having lived in Ohio and Indiana. She's always been a bookworm, and her grandma would send her books almost every month so she would never run out. Book Fairs were her carnival, and libraries are her happy place.

 

She has been creating stories since childhood, and there are home videos to prove it! She received a master's degree from West Virginia University, spends every spare moment away from her day job absorbed in her writing, and is a hot cocoa addict.

 

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