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A Curious Courting
345 pages
A lively battle of wills where stubborn independence meets determined charm in a merry romantic tangle.
What it feels like
Reading this book feels like stepping into a lively, spirited dance of romantic pursuit set against a classic English backdrop. The narrative moves at a brisk, cheerful pace, driven by the friction between a fiercely independent, headstrong heroine and a worldly, determined suitor. Instead of heavy drama, the atmosphere is steeped in a merry, playful charm, offering a delightful battle of wills where resistance slowly melts into affection. The prose is light and engaging, focusing on the sparkling dynamics of courtship and the amusing tangles of romantic intrigue. It is a perfect escape for readers who delight in classic, character-driven romances where stubborn hearts are ultimately won over through persistence and undeniable chemistry.
- Mood
- cheerful
- charming
- lively
- Tone
- playful
- spirited
- romantic
- lighthearted
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- battle of wills · romantic pursuit · stubborn independence · courtship dynamics
- The writing
- Light and engaging, focusing on lively character dynamics and spirited romantic exchanges.
- The arc
- From stubborn resistance and worldly ambition to a merry entanglement of hearts.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love classic, lighthearted English romances featuring headstrong heroines and determined suitors.
About the book
That's the way Selina was described. She was enormously wealthy, wonderfully beautiful--and very headstrong.
When worldly Gareth Rushton wanted to buy some of her land for a hunting lodge, Selina gave his offer a flat refusal. But Rushton was not the least intimidated. He set about trying to win her confidence--and weaken her resistance. Suddenly he found himself caught up in a merry tangle of romantic intrigue.
Selina was quite a woman. More than enough woman for Gareth Rushton. If only he could find the key to her heart...
Description from Open Library.
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