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Abandoned for Love
371 pages
A sparkling, vintage Regency romp where a fake engagement and a mysterious past pave the way for unexpected true love.
What it feels like
Reading this traditional Regency romance feels like stepping into a cozy, nostalgic time capsule of the genre. The narrative moves at a brisk, entertaining clip, balancing the sparkling, superficial maneuvering of London high society with the earnest vulnerability of a heroine searching for her own identity. It is a sweet, low-angst experience that leans comfortably into classic tropes, such as the protective duke and the fake engagement, without ever taking itself too seriously. The prose is straightforward and charming, focusing heavily on witty dialogue and gentle romantic tension rather than explicit heat. It is the perfect comfort read for those who delight in the innocent, melodramatic charm of vintage historical romance, offering a warm, satisfying escape into a world of ballgowns and happily-ever-afters.
- Mood
- cozy
- sparkling
- nostalgic
- Tone
- romantic
- lighthearted
- earnest
- melodramatic
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- finding true identity · superficiality of high society · trust and protection · unexpected love
- The writing
- Classic, straightforward Regency prose that leans into period-appropriate dialogue and gentle romantic tension without explicit detail.
- The arc
- Moves from vulnerable uncertainty and social maneuvering to a heartwarming realization of genuine affection and belonging.
- Who it's for
- Fans of vintage, traditional Regency romances who love fake-dating tropes and sweet, low-angst love stories.
Content notes
- amnesia
- implied threat of assault
About the book
The Duke of Lyveden needed a wife--but which of three eligible ladies of the Ton would be most suitable?
The best way to choose, he decided, was to arrive in London with a fraudulent fiancee--and judge the ladies' true characters by how they behaved toward her. And what better choice to play he role than a beautiful young woman from Yorkshire whom no one in Society knew?
Antoinette Aston was ready to accept the offer for the Duke had rescued her from a fate worse than death, and she did not know where else to go, whom to trust--or even who she was!
Description from Open Library.
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