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The Soldier's Bride
215 pages
A pragmatic arrangement blossoms into a spirited partnership when a newlywed couple unites against outside interference.
What it feels like
Steeped in the manners and customs of Regency England, this traditional romance offers a steady, comforting journey from practicality to genuine affection. The narrative centers on the classic marriage of convenience, wrapping the reader in a cozy, hopeful atmosphere where an independent spirit learns to find joy in an unexpected partnership. As familial interference threatens to disrupt their pragmatic union, the emotional texture shifts from polite detachment to a spirited, united front. The prose reflects the polite society it depicts, focusing on social intricacies and quiet character growth rather than sweeping melodrama. It is a perfect read for those who delight in classic historical romances where love sneaks up on pragmatic hearts and shared adversity cements a lifelong bond.
- Mood
- cozy
- hopeful
- heartwarming
- Tone
- earnest
- spirited
- romantic
- traditional
- Pace
- steady
- Themes
- marriage of convenience · unexpected love · familial interference · independence in partnership
- The writing
- Traditional and focused on the intricate manners and social customs of the era.
- The arc
- Moves from pragmatic detachment to a spirited, united front of genuine affection.
- Who it's for
- Readers who delight in classic Regency romances where practical arrangements slowly blossom into true love.
Content notes
- familial conflict
About the book
Independent-minded Lisbeth Barlow and Lord Thomas Kepley married out of convenience-not love. But when Thomas's father tries to break them apart, they discover just how much happiness can be found in their all-too-practical union.
Description from Open Library.
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