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The Frog Earl
First published 1992 · 335 pages
A sparkling, pastoral romp where mistaken identities and witty banter pave the way to a sweet, sunlit romance.
What it feels like
This classic Regency comedy feels like a breath of fresh country air, trading the stifling ballrooms of London for sun-dappled estates and pastoral charm. The narrative moves at a brisk, playful pace, driven by crisp dialogue and the delightful friction of hidden identities. It wraps the reader in a cozy, lighthearted mood where the stakes are emotional rather than perilous, and every witty exchange feels like a gentle dance. The prose is elegantly traditional, capturing the sparkling manners of the era with a wry, knowing smile. It is a perfect escape for readers who love the sweet, banter-filled romances of Georgette Heyer, offering a joyful journey from cynical retreat to open-hearted affection without ever losing its sparkling sense of fun.
- Mood
- breezy
- sun-dappled
- cozy
- romantic
- Tone
- wry
- playful
- lighthearted
- charming
- Pace
- brisk
- Themes
- hidden identities · rural retreat · unexpected attraction · class boundaries · healing from past hurts
- The writing
- Crisp, witty, and elegantly traditional, capturing the sparkling dialogue and manners of the Regency era without feeling weighed down.
- The arc
- Moves from cynical retreat and guarded banter to a joyful, open-hearted embrace of unexpected love.
- Who it's for
- Readers who delight in classic, sweet Regency romances filled with mistaken identities, witty banter, and pastoral charm.
Content notes
- mild classism typical of the era
About the book
The last thing Princess Mimi wanted was to kiss a bailiff, but Simon was no ordinary bailiff. Bitter from his experiences in the London marriage mart, Simon left his title behind and sought rural calm in learning the art of managing a large estate from his aunt's overseer. Instead, his peace was shattered when he bargained kisses for the rescue of a beautiful princess's bracelet.
Winner of the Romantic Times Reviewers Choice Certificate of Excellence for Regency Comedy.
Description from Open Library.
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