Synopsis
Sir Phillip knew from his correspondence with his dead wife’s distant cousin that Eloise Bridgerton was a spinster, and so he’d proposed, figuring that she’d be homely and unassuming, and more than a little desperate for an offer of marriage. Except . . . she wasn’t. The beautiful woman on his doorstep was anything but quiet, and when she stopped talking long enough to close her mouth, all he wanted to do was kiss her…
Eloise Bridgerton couldn’t marry a man she had never met! But then she started thinking… and wondering… and before she knew it, she was in a hired carriage in the middle of the night, on her way to meet the man she hoped might be her perfect match. Except… he wasn’t. Her perfect husband wouldn’t be so moody and ill-mannered. And he certainly should have mentioned that he had two young – and decidedly unruly – children, as much in need of a mother as Phillip is in need of a wife.
Thoughts
Book five was another great read from the Bridgertons series for me. I enjoyed the main characters and their complex romance story. Phillip and Elouise each had a backstory and some hurdles to overcame that made me cheer them on.
With every story, I’m more convinced that Quinn is a bit of a Jane Austen, with a sassy twist. Quinn’s writing exhibits her understanding of human nature, just as Austen’s did. The author’s ability to capture the chivalrous restraint of the time in even the spiciest moments will always elicit a giggle from me. I also appreciate her strong female main characters. I just enjoy Quinn’s writing so much.
Quote
“Be strong. Be diligent. Be conscientious. There is never anything to be gained by taking the easy road.”