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Simon's Waif
304 pages
A gentle, comforting Regency romance where a desperate runaway finds a safe haven and an unexpected protector.
What it feels like
Reading this classic Regency romance feels like stepping into a warm, fire-lit parlor out of the cold. It offers a deeply comforting, traditional reading experience anchored by the beloved trope of a vulnerable heroine finding an unexpected safe haven. The narrative unfolds at a steady, gentle pace, wrapping the reader in a cozy, domestic atmosphere where the primary tension stems from class disparities and unspoken affection rather than high-stakes danger. The prose is polite and charmingly old-fashioned, perfectly suited to the earnest, protective tone of the story. It is a quiet, sweet journey of blossoming trust and resilience, delighting readers who crave the innocent, character-driven charm of vintage historical romance where goodness and quiet devotion are ultimately rewarded.
- Mood
- cozy
- comforting
- safe
- domestic
- Tone
- gentle
- earnest
- protective
- warm
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- safe haven · class disparity · quiet resilience · unexpected rescue · blossoming trust
- The writing
- Polite, traditional, and gently descriptive, evoking the classic charm of mid-century Regency romance.
- The arc
- Moves from anxious vulnerability to a deep, comforting sense of security and romantic devotion.
- Who it's for
- Fans of sweet, old-fashioned Regency romances who delight in the rescued waif trope and cozy domestic settings.
Content notes
- past sexual harassment
- class prejudice
About the book
From the moment Simon pulled her out of the fishpond, where she had chased her puppy, he found himself sympathetic to the drenched, waif-like little person he had rescued. Dressed as an urchin, Miss Harriet Pendeniston's disguise was a shock to Simon. She was definitely not a boy! Whereupon he took her home to Furzedown and put her in the care of his warm and motherly housekeeper.
This marked the beginning of a whole new life for Harriet, who had been running away from the disgusting advances of an erstwhile employer. And although she had no hopes of marrying beyond her station, there were a number of surprises in store for her--like falling in love with her rescuer.
Description from Open Library.
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