Mr. Gardiner and the Governess

 

Mr. Gardiner and the Governess, by Sally Britton, gives an interesting glimpse at the social world of the gentry in 1818 England. The Duchess of Montfort is looking to engage a new governess. She has no idea that the woman she hires, Alice Sharpe, will not only change her family’s lives, but also numerous individuals working and living on their estate!

One of the first to cross Alice’s path is Mr. Rupert Gardiner, the scientist working to document much of the flora and fauna that exist on this land. When Rupert discovers that Alice has an interest in this type of work, he realizes he has found the perfect partner to help complete his work!

You will soon learn that Rupert and Alice complete much more than just a scientific journal!

This short tale is the beginning of a fun series by Sally Britton!

I received a copy of this book from Covenant Communications in exchange for my honest review.

Second Time Around

 

Second Time Around, by Melody Carlson, opens with Mallory Farrell attending her daughter’s wedding alone, due to her long-time boyfriend deciding he needed to move on.  After all the festivities, Mallory heads back to her quiet fixer-upper home!

She had recently learned that her grandmother left her a tourist shop as an inheritance.  When Mallory heads to the beach she knew as a teenager, she crosses paths with Grayson Matthews, formerly Todd Matthews, the handsome lifeguard many of her acquaintances had been in love with.  After Grayson offers to buy the tourist shop, Mallory is not sure what direction to take.  Now she has a decision to make!

When Mallory decides to hold onto the property, she soon learns that she has a monster job of restoration on her hands.  A friend in town introduces her to a contractor, so Mallory is ready for the work to begin.  When this contractor turns out to be a disaster, watch as Grayson steps in to save the day!

I received a copy of this book from Revell in exchange for my honest review.

Miss Newbury’s List

 

Miss Newbury’s List, by Megan Walker, tells of Rosalind Newbury as she prepares for her upcoming wedding.  One item is slowing her down.  As a child, she created a list of ten things to complete before she gets married.  Rosalind knows of only one person, her best-friend Liza, who can help her accomplish this before her big day.  When Rosalind arrives at Liza’s doorstep, she finds that no visitors are welcome!

When Rosalind learns from Liza that the house is closed due to her cousin, Charlie, having caused a ruckus in London, she knows she must tackle the list alone.  As Rosalind attempts to fulfill the first item, to swim by herself, thankfully Charlie is nearby and saves her life when she begins to drown!

One down with nine to go, it is interesting to see who helps her complete the list.  It is even more interesting to see how her life changes completely by the final page of this book!

I received a copy of this book from Covenant Communications in exchange for my honest review.

The Best Intentions

The Best Intentions is another interesting tale from Sarah M. Eden!

A party is taking place in the home of Artemis and Charlie Jonquil.  One of their guests, Gillian Phelps, is not sure what to expect at this gathering.  She has had a rough introduction into English society.  Now Gillian hopes for good results with this group of Jonquil friends.  At the last minute, Scott Sarvol joins the party.  His entrance seems to catch Gillian unawares!

Scott, originally from America, has inherited an estate in England; however, he does not have the funds for the upkeep.  Watch as these new acquaintances come together to find a solution to both Gillian and Scott’s troubles!

I received a copy of this book from Covenant Communications in exchange for my honest review.