Johanna Barker is one of my favorite Regency authors and I adored her newest book, "Secrets and Suitors"; after "The Truth About Miss Ashbourne", it’s my favorite by her. This was such a beautiful romance between Nora and her dear childhood friend, James.
Nora was such a wonderful character with an incredibly tender heart, whose worth and remarkable traits are easily overlooked by others, including herself. I really connected with her character, as well as her struggles with her insecurities and shyness. Her growth throughout the story was fantastic and incredibly well written. She not only comes to develop confidence in herself, but gains the strength to stand up for herself, choose her own path, and follow her heart. I loved how the more she came to see her worth, the more she could see how much James truly cared for her. It was beautiful.
The plot was interesting as Nora tries to navigate her family’s expectations and desires, as well as her conflicting feelings for the different men in her life as she strives to do the right thing, all while fighting the feelings for her childhood friend whom she dearly loves, but whom she believes doesn’t love her in return. Their romance was adorable, beautifully written in Joanna Barker’s lovely style and developed at a perfect pace. I absolutely fell in love with James. He was such a kind and fun character who not only perfectly understood Nora but was utterly devoted to her. I adored watching them come together for their happy ending.
All in all, "Secrets and Suitors" was another beautiful romance by Joanna Barker, and I’m already so excited to read her next book!
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About to enter her third season, Nora Hamilton finds no joy in society or their expectations. While she would prefer to be reading a book of poetry or enjoying time with her younger siblings, her father, Lord Hamilton, has other ideas. When he threatens to separate her from her dear siblings unless she agrees to marry Mr. Weston. Nora complies with his wishes on two conditions. One, her siblings are allowed to come to London during the season and two, she is allowed to keep her friendship with long-time friend James Allen.Arriving in London brings all the thrills and dances you would expect in a regency romance. What differs in 'Secrets and Suitors' is the compelling way author Joanna Barker weaves her characters together. Each character has a thought-out history filled with secrets and lets those secrets dictate their actions, which creates a natural flow in the story. Right from the start, this story grabs your attention. Filled with rich emotions and diverse emotions from the characters, this has you crying, laughing, and everything in-between.
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About to enter her third season, Nora Hamilton finds no joy in society or their expectations. While she would prefer to be reading a book of poetry or enjoying time with her younger siblings, her father, Lord Hamilton, has other ideas. When he threatens to separate her from her dear siblings unless she agrees to marry Mr. Weston. Nora complies with his wishes on two conditions. One, her siblings are allowed to come to London during the season and two, she is allowed to keep her friendship with long-time friend James Allen.
Arriving in London brings all the thrills and dances you would expect in a regency romance. What differs in 'Secrets and Suitors' is the compelling way author Joanna Barker weaves her characters together. Each character has a thought-out history filled with secrets and lets those secrets dictate their actions, which creates a natural flow in the story. Right from the start, this story grabs your attention. Filled with rich emotions and diverse emotions from the characters, this has you crying, laughing, and everything in-between.
Arriving in London brings all the thrills and dances you would expect in a regency romance. What differs in 'Secrets and Suitors' is the compelling way author Joanna Barker weaves her characters together. Each character has a thought-out history filled with secrets and lets those secrets dictate their actions, which creates a natural flow in the story. Right from the start, this story grabs your attention. Filled with rich emotions and diverse emotions from the characters, this has you crying, laughing, and everything in-between.
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