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Charity's Gambit
256 pages
A spirited Regency romance that balances the glittering ballrooms of London with the thrill of a dangerous, unexpected mystery.
What it feels like
Reading this novel feels like stepping into a sunlit drawing room where a sudden, thrilling breeze has just blown the windows open. It offers the comforting, familiar rhythms of a traditional Regency season, complete with glittering ballrooms, societal expectations, and handsome suitors, but injects a delightful dose of mystery and mild peril to keep the pages turning at a brisk clip. The atmosphere is spirited and cozy, anchored by a heroine whose deep sense of familial duty makes her eventual surrender to an unpredictable romance all the more satisfying. The prose is lively and accessible, favoring charming banter and earnest emotional beats over heavy historical exposition. It is a perfect afternoon escape for anyone who loves their historical romance served with a side of secret identities and swoon-worthy heroics.
- Mood
- spirited
- cozy
- romantic
- intriguing
- Tone
- charming
- earnest
- playful
- suspenseful
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- duty versus desire · uncovering hidden truths · unexpected romance · burden of responsibility
- The writing
- Accessible and lively, balancing the formal manners of the Regency era with snappy dialogue and lighthearted charm.
- The arc
- The protagonist moves from a place of dutiful resignation to experiencing the thrilling and unpredictable joy of a dangerous romance.
- Who it's for
- Readers who love clean, traditional Regency romances featuring capable heroines, mysterious strangers, and a dash of espionage.
Content notes
- mild peril
- missing parent
About the book
Since her father’s disappearance, Charity Abercrombie has become responsible for her family’s welfare. When Charity is offered a London season, she reluctantly decides to accept. Her plans are shaken when a stranger, Dominic Castille, falls from a tree to land at her feet. Who is this intriguing man claiming he was a captain in the Spanish military, and why is he spying on her friend’s home? To Charity’s alarm and delight, he follows her to London. Even as she meets other handsome and more suitable gentlemen, Charity’s heart returns repeatedly to the mysterious captain and his dangerous secrets. When an act of heroism nearly ends Dominic’s life, Charity knows she must find the answers before it is too late!
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